Jason Day Withdraws from 3M Open Due to Recurring Back Injury

Jason Day, a PGA Tour veteran with over $66 million in career earnings, has withdrawn from the 3M Open. His departure from the tournament field was announced on Wednesday, the day before play was set to begin. The reason for his withdrawal is a back injury, an issue that has frequently impacted the Australian golfer throughout his career.

The recurring back problem has been a significant challenge for Day for nearly a decade. Most recently, the injury forced him to withdraw from the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills last month. During that event, he retired after just 10 holes, having shot 7-over, visibly struggling with lower back pain. This marked his twelfth mid-tournament withdrawal, underscoring the ongoing nature of his physical struggles.

Day's withdrawal is one of several changes to the 3M Open field. Ryan Fox, who recently secured the Claret Jug, also opted out of the event. Additionally, Jordan Spieth's name was removed from the entry list, despite earlier promotional commitments. These changes have altered the lineup for the tournament considerably in the days leading up to its start.

Despite his recent injury setbacks, Jason Day remains a player of interest in future markets, currently priced at +7000 (Bovada) for the Masters Tournament. Similarly, Ryan Fox, following his major victory, is listed at +12500 (Bovada) for the BMW Championship. Jordan Spieth, a prominent name in golf, is also featured in future odds, with a price of +4500 (Bovada) for the Masters Tournament.