Brief
Phil Mickelson’s reps confirm he entered treatment for addiction and family trauma
The golfer’s spokesperson confirmed his voluntary stay, while details of the facility and duration remain undisclosed.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Phil Mickelson, the 56‑year‑old six‑time major champion, checked himself into a treatment facility earlier this year to address addiction and family trauma, his representatives told multiple outlets on Wednesday.
What happened
Mickelson voluntarily entered an unnamed treatment centre sometime in 2026 and has since returned home. Neither his spokesperson nor his lawyer provided the exact date of admission or the length of his stay.
What the reports add
The Guardian reported that Mickelson’s representatives confirmed the treatment but did not specify timing, and noted that TMZ was the first outlet to break the news. NBC News also confirmed the treatment, adding that Mickelson is no longer at the facility and that his representative declined to give further details about the nature of the stay.
What was said
A spokesperson for Mickelson told People magazine, as cited by the Guardian, that “some of the allegations circulating about Mr Mickelson are false, and others revisit mistakes he has already acknowledged, publicly or privately.”
Mickelson’s attorney, Tom Locke, told NBC News, “There is a great deal of misinformation circulating and, while Phil’s full attention is devoted to a private family health matter….”
How it came about
The treatment announcement follows a turbulent year for the golfer. In April, Mickelson withdrew from the Masters and several LIV Golf events, citing a “family health matter.” In June, he denied allegations of non‑consensual physical contact with a female employee at The Farms Golf Club in Southern California, an incident first reported by Golf Digest. His lawyer confirmed his resignation from the club and said Mickelson was working on recovery.
Key facts
- Phil Mickelson entered a treatment facility earlier in 2026 for addiction and family trauma. (theguardian.com)
- Mickelson is no longer at the facility and has returned home. (nbcnews.com)
- Details about the facility and length of stay were not disclosed. (nbcnews.com)
- Mickelson withdrew from the Masters and LIV events in April 2026 citing a family health matter. (nbcnews.com)
- He resigned from The Farms Golf Club after allegations of inappropriate contact were reported. (theguardian.com)
Where accounts differ
- Source of the initial report: TMZ was the first to report the news. (theguardian.com); NBC News did not mention the initial outlet. (nbcnews.com)
What we don't know yet
- Exact date of Mickelson’s admission to treatment
- Length of his stay at the facility
- Name and location of the treatment centre
Sources
- [1] theguardian.com
- [2] nbcnews.com
