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Phil Mickelson Seeks Treatment As Personal Struggles Deepen

Veteran golfer Phil Mickelson recently checked into a rehabilitation facility to address addiction and family trauma, according to his representative. Reports indicate that he has already departed the center following his voluntary stay.

This personal battle coincides with a difficult competitive year in which Mickelson sat out all four major championships, skipping the Masters in April while citing family health matters and the goal of prioritizing his role as a husband and father. His absence from the tour followed a significant competitive dry spell and a series of public scrutiny matters, including unproven accusations from a female employee at a golf club.

Mickelson previously acknowledged struggling with moderation and falling into addiction back in 2023, while his recent team statements offered no timeline regarding a potential return to professional competition.

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