Seven-time PGA Tour winner pulls out of The Memorial Tournament for unspecified reason

However, one big-name PGA Tour player who was down to play at Muirfield Village has unfortunately been forced to withdraw.

Viktor Hovland pulls out of The Memorial Tournament

What a strange season it has been for Viktor Hovland so far in 2026.

The 28-year-old from Norway’s game has regressed badly since he won the FedEx Cup in 2023.

And there have been no signs of improvement this season either, with two missed cuts and just one top-10 finish to his name in 11 starts.

The seven-time PGA Tour winner has struggled with his driving and putting in 2026.

And now he has a big concern on his hands with just three weeks remaining until the US Open at Shinnecock Hills.

The Memorial Tournament’s official X account broke the news on Friday evening that Hovland has withdrawn from the tournament next week for unspecified reasons.

What a huge shame that is for Hovland. Let’s hope that his withdrawal from The Memorial isn’t due to anything too serious.

Viktor Hovland missing The Memorial could be a blessing in disguise

Perhaps the Norwegian needs a bit of time off to rest and recuperate.

He has earned scant rewards for all of his hard work behind the scenes this season.

But maybe that is the problem. Is Hovland working too hard on his swing and overcomplicating matters?

The seven-time PGA Tour winner has all the talent in the world, but his mind has caused him all sorts of issues over the past two years.

Maybe, just maybe, Viktor Hovland missing The Memorial Tournament might be a blessing in disguise.