Phil Mickelson’s reps say he sought treatment for family trauma and addiction
Summary
Phil Mickelson, a 56-year-old golfer, sought treatment earlier this year for family trauma and addiction and has since returned home. He withdrew from several golf events in 2024 due to personal and family health matters and has been open in the past about his struggles with gambling addiction.Key Facts
- Phil Mickelson voluntarily entered a treatment facility earlier in 2024 for family trauma and addiction.
- He has since left the facility and returned home.
- Mickelson pulled out of the 2024 Masters and several LIV Golf events, citing family health issues.
- Allegations of inappropriate conduct at a golf club led to his resignation from that club.
- Mickelson’s representatives say some allegations are false and others relate to past mistakes he acknowledges.
- Mickelson has been publicly recovering from a gambling addiction, which he said caused personal problems.
- He played only one LIV Golf event in 2024 and his future plans in golf are unclear.
- Mickelson’s wife has supported him throughout his recovery and family issues.
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