Brendan Valdes plays on Tour after cancer diagnosis
Golf.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:53 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Brendan Valdes, a professional golfer, took to the course at the Biltmore Championship in Asheville on Thursday. This comes after he received a diagnosis of a chest tumor on New Year's Day. Valdes's participation highlights his resilience and determination to compete at a high level despite his health challenges. As the tournament progresses, it marks a significant personal moment for Valdes in the context of his recovery.
- •Brendan Valdes played at Biltmore Championship Asheville.
- •Valdes was diagnosed with a chest tumor on New Year's Day.
- •His return to competition reflects his fighting spirit.
- •The tournament marks a crucial moment in Valdes's recovery.
- 10:53 PMGolf.com — On New Year's Day, cancer 'blindsided' him. Thursday, he played on Tour
"On New Year’s Day, pro Brendan Valdes learned he had a chest tumor. On Thursday, he played the PGA Tour’s Biltmore Championship Asheville. The post On New Year’s Day, cancer ‘blindsided’ him. Thursday, he played on Tour appeared first on Golf.
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