Gary Woodland Honored with PGA Tour Courage Award

Gary Woodland, a four-time PGA Tour winner and 2019 U.S. Open champion, has been awarded the PGA Tour Courage Award for his remarkable comeback after undergoing brain surgery in September 2023. Woodland, who had a brain lesion affecting areas related to fear and anxiety, chose to have it surgically removed when medication proved ineffective. After a challenging recovery, Woodland returned to competitive golf in 2024, achieving three top-25 finishes. The PGA Tour praised his journey as 'nothing short of miraculous,' awarding him a $25,000 donation to Champion Charities, matched by Woodland and his wife. Woodland expressed emotional gratitude for the support from those around him and emphasized his commitment to both physical and mental health. His story serves as a motivational example in the world of sports, highlighting resilience and the importance of supportive networks.