Overview

• Will Zalatoris withdrew due to a back injury flare-up, replaced by Nick Watney.
• Sungjae Im pulled out shortly before his tee time because of illness, with S. Y. Noh stepping in.
• The absence of top players like Zalatoris and Im significantly weakens the competition level.
• Other withdrawals include Russell Knox and Sean O'Hair, further depleting the field.
• Despite the setbacks, players like Matt Wallace and Jordan Spieth remain contenders for the trophy.