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Griffin Manages Eye Floaters with Sunglasses, Trails Scheffler by One Stroke at Memorial

Undergoing laser surgery last year for eight retinal holes, the two-time PGA Tour winner relies on dark lenses to ease persistent floaters as he goes into Sunday’s final round.

Ben Griffin of the United States lines up a putt on the third green during the third round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 at Muirfield Village Golf Club on May 31, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio.
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Overview

  • Ben Griffin disclosed that he began seeing floaters about a year ago and was diagnosed with retinal holes requiring laser surgery to prevent detachment.
  • Although the procedure halted progression, he continues to experience floaters and uses sunglasses to reduce their impact during play.
  • At 7-under par after three rounds at Muirfield Village, the 29-year-old sits one stroke behind leader and defending champion Scottie Scheffler.
  • Some fans have criticized Griffin’s eyewear as a style choice, despite his insistence that the sunglasses are medically necessary.
  • While golfers like Phil Mickelson and Rickie Fowler often wear sunglasses, Griffin’s vision-driven use remains uncommon on the PGA Tour.