Overview

• John Daly has opted to skip the 2025 PGA Championship, despite holding a lifetime exemption, due to a scheduling conflict with the Regions Tradition on the PGA Tour Champions.
• Daly underwent his 16th surgery in January 2025 to address tendon inflammation in his left hand and is still recovering, with lingering issues affecting his short game and putting.
• The 59-year-old golfer, who has been in remission from bladder cancer since 2021, described his health journey as a ‘Lazarus’ comeback and emphasized gratitude for each day.
• At last week’s Insperity Invitational, Daly struggled to a last-place finish at 27-over-par, reflecting the ongoing challenges in his physical recovery.
• Daly expressed frustration over the scheduling overlap of the two events but highlighted his loyalty to the Regions Tradition and its sponsorship support.