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The former major contender believes his long-standing weakness is finally turning into a strength. Will Zalatoris ended his week at the American Express with an encouraging final-round 64, securing a top-20 finish and offering another sign that his career may be back on an upward path.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 20

Will Zalatoris following return from surgery: ‘In reality, I had a compromised back’

Will Zalatoris might be well positioned to make himself a top comeback player during the 2026 PGA Tour season. During Tuesday's media availability in advance of The American Express in La Quinta, Calif., he confirmed that could be a possibility.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 17

Will Zalatoris (back) to return at The American Express

Will Zalatoris will return to competition next week at The American Express in La Quinta, Calif. A former world top-10 player, Zalatoris is eight months removed from back surgery.

Golf News / HITC / January 17

Will Zalatoris shares the simple fix he believes could get golf rounds under four hours

Slow play looks set to be one of the main issues at the start of the new PGA Tour season, with several full-field events on the calendar. Early 2025 felt sluggish in places, especially during tournaments like The American Express and Farmers Insurance Open, which prompted the Tour to address concerns.

Golf News / HITC / January 16

Will Zalatoris admits he found Rory McIlroy’s shot into Rae’s Creek at Augusta funny

Will Zalatoris Has Something To Say About Rory McIlroy’s Decision At The Masters When Rory McIlroy was getting set for his third shot into the 13th hole at last year’s Masters, it looked like he was finally on his way to a long-awaited win at Augusta National.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 24

Will Zalatoris says 'nightmare' of back pain finally gone

Will Zalatoris seems to be feeling better than he has in nearly three years and is planning to return to the PGA Tour in 2026. After missing the cut in the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow in May, Zalatoris underwent back surgery for the second time in just over two years.

Golf News / CBSSports.com / October 24

Will Zalatoris updates back injury ahead of PGA Tour return in 2026: 'It's been a long grind'

The American has been dealing with back issues for the last three years

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Golf News / Last Word On Sports / May 26

Will Zalatoris Expected Return Date Set After Successful Back Surgery

Will Zalatoris is expected to return to competitive golf in the fall of 2025 following his second back surgery. The 28-year-old underwent the procedure on May 23 to repair two reherniated discs, an issue that had been causing him increasing discomfort throughout the spring and which worsened after the PGA Championship.

Golf News / Field Level Media / May 26

Will Zalatoris out for season following back surgery

Will Zalatoris announced Monday he will miss the rest of the PGA Tour season after surgery to repair two herniated discs in his back. "This spring, I started feeling some discomfort and instability in my back that progressively got worse," he posted on social media.

Golf News / Yardbarker / May 26

Will Zalatoris makes devastating injury announcement

In 2025, Zalatoris finished inside the top 25 in four of his first six worldwide starts. Since then, though, he's been one of the worst players on the PGA Tour.

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Golf News / Athlon Sports / May 19

PGA Tour Announces Unfortunate Will Zalatoris News on Monday

Former PGA Tour Rookie of the Year Will Zalatoris is in the midst of a difficult 2025 season. Zalatoris, 28, was a late withdrawal from the CJ Cup Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch earlier this month.

Golf News / On Tap Sports Net / January 22, 2025

Zalatoris Bows Out of Farmers Insurance Open Last Minute

In a surprising turn of events, Will Zalatoris withdrew from the Farmers Insurance Open merely hours before he was set to tee off, casting a shadow over an already dwindling field at Torrey Pines.

Golf News / Golf on ClutchPoints / January 3, 2025

PGA Tour’s Will Zalatoris reveals burly key to The Sentry success

The 2025 PGA Tour season kicked off on Thursday in Maui as 59 of the world’s most talented golfers played at The Sentry. Unfortunately, the World No. 1, Scottie Scheffler, was forced to withdraw after having hand surgery.

Golf News / On Tap Sports Net / April 30, 2024

Will Zalatoris Withdraws from 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson

In some surprising news ahead of the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson, hometown favorite Will Zalatoris has officially withdrawn from the tournament, prioritizing his health over playing in this week's competition.

Golf News / Yardbarker / February 19, 2024

Will Zalatoris quietly battled with heavy heart at The Genesis Invitational

Will Zalatoris looked confident and joyful to be back in the mix throughout his week at The Genesis Invitational.

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Golf News / Yardbarker / February 16, 2024

Watch: Will Zalatoris makes hole-in-one at Genesis Invitational

Watch: Will Zalatoris makes majestic hole-in-one at The Genesis Invitational

We, unfortunately, didn't get to see a hole-in-one on the 16th hole at the WM Phoenix Open last week, but Will Zalatoris just provided some tee-shot fireworks a week later.

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