From Hell to Hope: Wood’s Journey

Chris Wood, the 37-year-old English golfer, has endured a rollercoaster ride in recent years. After reaching a career-high 22nd in the world rankings in 2016, injuries and mental struggles saw him plummet to 1,472nd. But could his 7th place finish at the Turkish Airlines Open signal a turnaround?

“I Feel Like I’ve Been Going Through Hell”

Wood was candid about his struggles, saying, “I feel like I’ve been going through hell.” Despite his battles, he managed to card a final round 64 (-7), his lowest score on the European Tour since 2016.

A Glimmer of Hope

This top 10 finish is Wood’s best since the KLM Open in 2018. It’s a much-needed boost for the three-time DP World Tour winner, who has been battling injuries and mental demons since 2019.

Wood hopes this performance will lead to more invitations to play on the Tour. He said, “I hope that (this top 10) is a first step forward and that all those who wish to see me participate in their event do not hesitate to contact me, because I need to take some departures this year!”

Looking Ahead

Wood’s next scheduled event is the Soudal Open in Antwerp, Belgium, starting May 22. This time, he’s earned his spot through his performance, not an invitation.

Did you know?

• Wood was a member of the European Ryder Cup team in 2016.
• He won the BMW PGA Championship in 2016.
• Wood’s best world ranking was 22nd in 2016.

Pro Tip

Wood’s resilience and determination to keep working hard, even in the face of adversity, is a lesson for all athletes. Never give up on your dreams.

Call to Action

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