Professional golfer Gary Woodland revealed Monday evening on Golf Channel that he has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, marking a significant personal disclosure for the 2019 U.S. Open champion.

Woodland's announcement comes after he underwent brain surgery to address a lesion, a medical procedure that appears to have contributed to his mental health challenges. The golfer described feeling as though he had been "living a lie" before deciding to make his condition public.

"I can't waste energy anymore hiding this," Woodland said during his Golf Channel appearance, explaining his decision to speak openly about his PTSD diagnosis. The statement reflects his determination to address his mental health challenges directly rather than concealing them.

The timing of Woodland's revelation coincides with discussions about the 2026 tournament schedule, though the specific connection between his announcement and upcoming events was not immediately clear from his comments.

Woodland's disclosure adds him to a growing number of professional athletes who have spoken publicly about mental health struggles. His decision to share his PTSD diagnosis represents a notable moment of transparency in professional golf, where such personal revelations have historically been uncommon.