Unfortunate News About Multiple Golfers Announced Last Minute at Travelers Championship

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Dibyendu Mondal | Last updated Jun 18, 2025 1:45 PM ET

The final signature event of the season tees off this Thursday. Scottie Scheffler, who won the Travelers Championship in 2024, will be aiming to defend his title.

Rory McIlroy has also expressed his excitement to return to Pinehurst after missing the event last time. But concerning news about multiple golfers is coming forward last minute.

According to a report, Hideki Matsuyama is listed with ongoing back issues, while Jason Day, the $64 million golfer, continues to be hampered by neck pain. Additionally, Alex Noren, the $16.5 million golfer, is battling a leg injury, and Brian Campbell is still recovering from his shoulder discomfort.

Adding to the anxiety, Corey Conners has officially withdrawn from the tournament due to a worsening right wrist injury sustained at the U.S. Open. His withdrawal on June 17 has opened a spot in the field for Jhonattan Vegas.

The inclusion of injured players in the official field announcement has caused a stir, as all of them are listed in the playing list. Campbell is paired with Bud Cauley, Day with Mac Homa, Noren with Cam Davis and Matsuyama with Justin Thomas.

These golfers have not yet withdrawn from the event. With a purse of $20 million, there is considerable excitement among the golfers and fans alike.

“Looking forward to the week. This is the perfect sort of chaser for what Oakmont was last week, and nice to get out on a golf course where you feel you can make quite a few birdies.” McIlroy expressed.

‍♂️ #EXCITED — Rory McIlroy speaks ahead of The Travelers: “I missed this event last year, licking my wounds from Pinehurst, but I made a commitment to Travelers to be back this year. I'm excited to be back….” @TrackingRory

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"After a week like I had at Oakmont last week, where you're not quite in the mix but you might feel you find something in your game, you're excited to come back and play again." He added.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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