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What Happened To Justin Thomas Dad Mike Thomas? Here Is The Facts To Know About

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Sarah Rowe

Updated on March 08, 2026

Justin Thomas, whose father, Mike, suffered from a blood clot in his final Ryder Cup, is an American professional golfer who was previously the official World Golf number one ranker. 

Thomas is an athlete who plays golf on PGA Tour. He was a previous member of the Europen Tour and Web.com Tour. Also, Justin had previously played as a golfer for the University of Alabama. He had turned into a professional player in 2013 and won 16 matches as a pro player. 

Moreover, he had got his highest-ranking one on May 13, 2018. He has represented the United States in the tournament. Also, he had honored Haskins Award in 2012. He got named PGA Player of the year twice and PGA Tour Player of the Year in 2017. 

Justin Thomas Dad Health; What Happened To Mike Thomas?

Mike Thomas had suffered from a health condition at age 62. In September 2021, Mike cannot be part of the final day of the Ryder Cup. He had to attain his son single paly with opponent Tyrell Hatton from England. He had missed the match and stayed home in South Florida. 

However, he has not presented at his son’s match after four years he watches him on the television. Due to his health problem, he was absent from the sons’ tournament. Also, Mike was not only Justin but his teacher. 

Big thanks to everyone who supports the #JustinThomasJr! We won the @AJGAGolf Open Tournament of the Year and Junior-Am Fundraising Award!

— Justin Thomas (@JustinThomas34) March 6, 2020

Moreover, Mike cannot travel as he was tested five days before a match. He has suffered from a blood clot in pulmonary embolism. As a result, his doctor asked him to rest and do less movement for the month. 

Although Mike is 62 years old, he had played in the 2021 PNC championship alongside his son, Justin. Mike had traveled to various destinations for the tournament. Also, he had felt the pain several months ago and thought it was Pleurisy. But after getting a problem in breathing, through the CT Scan, he had blood colt. 

Athlete Justin Thomas Parents’ Details 

Thomas was born to his supportive parents, Mike and Jani Thomas. He came from an athletic family. His father was the head professional golf player. Also, he was a member of Harmony Landing Country Club. So, Justin has brought up by his father as a sportsman. 

From a child, to junior golf, to college, until forever… I’ll always be lucky to be a mommas boy to you, Mom! ❤️ #HappyMothersDay

— Justin Thomas (@JustinThomas34) May 10, 2020

Moreover, Justin was born to the Thomas family in Louisville, Kentucky, on April 29, 2993. He is currently 28 years old. Justin appears to be 5feet 10 inches tall and weighs 160lb. He presently resides with his family in Jupiter, Florida.