AVONDALE, La. -- Australian professional golfer John Senden said his son, Jacob, has been diagnosed with a brain tumor.
In a statement provided by the PGA Tour on Saturday, Senden said he withdrew from this week's Zurich Classic of New Orleans to join his wife, Jackie, in supporting their 13-year-old son.
Senden said his family will "stand strong ... and look forward to the day when Jacob is cancer-free."
The 46-year-old Senden said he is grateful for the outpouring of love his family has received since the diagnosis and asked those aware of Jacob's condition to keep him in their prayers and hearts.
Senden said he has no timeline for his return to the PGA Tour.