Ludvig Åberg Withdraws from Pebble Beach Pro-Am Due to Illness
The Swedish golf star continues to battle lingering flu symptoms, impacting his performance and leading to his withdrawal from the tournament's second round.
- Ludvig Åberg withdrew from the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am after struggling with illness during the first round, where he scored a 5-over 77.
- Åberg's caddie confirmed that he has been battling flu symptoms for over a week, which began affecting him during the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines.
- At last week's Farmers Insurance Open, Åberg started strong with a 9-under 63 but struggled in subsequent rounds due to his illness, eventually finishing tied for 42nd.
- Reports suggest Åberg has not yet recovered, raising concerns about his readiness for upcoming tournaments, including the Genesis Invitational in two weeks.
- The PGA Tour has faced a string of player withdrawals and injuries this season, contributing to challenges in maintaining viewership and fan engagement.