Phil Mickelson’s reps say he sought treatment for family trauma and addiction

Golfer has spoken of gambling issues in past Six-time major winner has not played since March Phil Mickelson sought treatment earlier this year for “family trauma and addiction”, his representatives confirmed to multiple outlets on Wednesday. The 56-year-old golfer voluntarily entered a treatment facility and has since returned home. Mickelson’s representatives did not say when he sought treatment or how long he stayed at a facility. Continue reading...

Guardian sport · Thu, Oct 1, 2026, 10:11 AM
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Phil Mickelson’s reps say he sought treatment for family trauma and addiction

Golfer has spoken of gambling issues in past
Six-time major winner has not played since March

Phil Mickelson sought treatment earlier this year for “family trauma and addiction”, his representatives confirmed to multiple outlets on Wednesday.

The 56-year-old golfer voluntarily entered a treatment facility and has since returned home. Mickelson’s representatives did not say when he sought treatment or how long he stayed at a facility.

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