Day's U.S. Open Campaign Cut Short by Persistent Back Troubles
Day's Sudden Exit from the U.S. Open's Opening Round
During the initial day of the U.S. Open, former PGA champion Jason Day was compelled to withdraw from the competition. The Australian golfer, known for his past struggles with back issues, left the Shinnecock course on Thursday night after a practice swing caused him evident discomfort. This unfortunate incident occurred approximately 20 minutes after he grimaced in pain.
The Unfinished Round: Day's Performance Before Withdrawal
Before his departure from the tournament, Day had completed ten holes. At that point, he was seven strokes over par, indicating a challenging start to his U.S. Open campaign. His early withdrawal means he will not continue in the prestigious golf event.
A Look Back at Day's U.S. Open History and Rankings
Jason Day has a notable history at the U.S. Open, having finished as a runner-up on two separate occasions: in 2011, where he placed eight shots behind Rory McIlroy, and in 2013, trailing Justin Rose by two strokes. His career also saw him hold the world No. 1 ranking for 51 weeks across 2015, 2016, and 2017. Currently, Day is ranked 47th globally, with his best performance this season being a tie for second place at the American Express in January.
