Overview
- Potgieter withdrew after the third round at TPC Deere Run following a 5-over 76 that dropped him from 9-under to tied for 58th.
- The 20-year-old South African had captured his first PGA Tour title at last week’s Rocket Classic, earning $1.728 million and 500 FedEx Cup points.
- Neither Potgieter nor PGA Tour Communications has provided any explanation for his mid-tournament exit.
- His abrupt departure has prompted widespread fan and media speculation across social media and golf forums.
- He is scheduled to compete next week in the Genesis Scottish Open in Scotland.