Golf star Phil Mickelson has reportedly sought professional help at an addiction treatment facility amid ongoing personal and family difficulties.
The 56-year-old six-time major champion recently entered an undisclosed center for what a spokesperson described as treatment related to family trauma and addiction, according to a report by TMZ.
Mickelson is understood to have since left the facility.
Golfer Has Previously Discussed Gambling Addiction
The development comes against the backdrop of Mickelson’s previous public comments about his struggles with gambling addiction.
The veteran golfer has previously acknowledged the impact of gambling on his life, making the latest report particularly significant given his decision to seek treatment.
Further details about the nature of the treatment or the specific issues involved have not been disclosed.
Mickelson Stepped Away From Competitive Golf
The reported treatment comes after Mickelson significantly reduced his involvement in professional golf this year.
He missed the beginning of the LIV Golf season before returning to competition at an event in South Africa in March. He subsequently stepped away from the circuit again.
His absence also extended to the year’s major championships, with Mickelson withdrawing from both the Masters and the Open Championship.
Family Matter Previously Cited for Absences
When Mickelson withdrew from competition, he cited a private family matter involving his wife, Amy, as the reason for stepping away.
The couple have been married since November 1996 and have three children: Evan, Sophie and Amanda.
Mickelson has largely kept details surrounding the family situation private, and there has been no public indication of the specific circumstances that reportedly led him to seek treatment.
Treatment Report Follows Troubled Period
The latest report also follows a period in which Mickelson has faced heightened public attention over allegations and controversy surrounding his personal life.
He has been the subject of reported scandals and allegations of sexual misconduct this year, although the details and circumstances surrounding those claims have varied.
Mickelson’s reported decision to enter treatment represents another significant development during a period in which he has remained largely away from competitive golf.
Mickelson’s Representatives Yet to Comment
A spokesperson for Mickelson confirmed to TMZ that the golfer had sought treatment for family trauma and addiction but provided no further details about the facility or his condition.
The Daily Mail has also contacted Mickelson’s representatives for comment.
For now, the golfer’s recent departure from the treatment center and his future plans for professional golf remain unclear.
