Here’s the latest on Sir Nick Faldo’s operation.
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Nick Faldo underwent scheduled open-heart surgery in January 2026 to repair an enlarged aorta at the Cleveland Clinic. The procedure was described as successful, and he spent about two weeks in Cleveland for recovery before returning home to the UK. [sources report from Jan 15–16, 2026]
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He was reported to be recovering well at home with support from his wife Lindsay, and there was hope he would participate in Masters Week activities later in the season. Updates noted he was headed home after the surgery and in good spirits.
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Multiple outlets confirmed the operation was a preventative measure and that Faldo is the most successful English golfer of his era, with six major titles, and that the Cleveland Clinic team led the procedure.
If you’d like, I can pull more detailed statements from specific outlets or share a concise timeline of events with dates.
Sources
Six-times major winner Nick Faldo is returning home after having successful open-heart surgery in the United States, the 68-year-old Englishman's team said on Friday.
www.reuters.comThe 68-year-old underwent a preventative operation and spent two weeks in hospital
www.inkl.com1 MIN READ January 16, 2026 Sir Nick Faldo is now back home after undergoing a preventative open-heart surgery to repair his enlarged aorta at The Cleveland Clinic. “We are deeply grateful for Dr. Svensson and his exceptional medical team,” Faldo’s social post read. “Nick is now looking ahead to returning to his golf course design work and to the Masters Week in Augusta, GA, where he will be celebrating ‘Six back in '96.’ Home never felt so good.”
www.skratch.golfThe 68-year-old has the support of his wife, Lindsay
www.gbnews.comSir Nick Faldo announced on social media that he had undergone open-heart surgery; the 68-year-old has spent two weeks recovering in hospital after the scheduled procedure; Faldo won six majors during his decorated career
www.skysports.comAfter two weeks in Cleveland, Nick Faldo, and his wife, Lindsay, are on their way home following a successful, scheduled preventative open-heart surgery to repair his enlarged aorta
irishgolfer.ieSir Nick Faldo has shared news that has sent ripples through the golfing world, revealing he recently underwent open heart surgery in the United States. The six time major champio
www.marca.comSir Nick Faldo, is returning home after spending two weeks in Cleveland, Ohio, where he underwent a successful preventative heart procedure.
golfnews.co.ukThe six-time Major winner’s social media channels have confirmed he has undergone open heart surgery in Cleveland and is recovering at home
www.golfmonthly.comSix-times major winner Nick Faldo is returning home after having successful open-heart surgery in the USA.
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