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Sahith Theegala Withdraws from RBC Canadian Open with Lingering Neck Injury

Doctors have advised the 27-year-old to rest, prompting concerns over his availability at Oakmont next week.

Overview

  • Theegala confirmed on Instagram that he is withdrawing to rest an ongoing neck injury after medical advice to pause competition and seek treatment
  • This marks his third withdrawal in five starts this season, following exits from the Truist Championship and PGA Championship and a missed cut at the Memorial
  • Cameron Champ will fill Theegala’s spot in the RBC Canadian Open field at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley
  • The RBC Canadian Open roster has been reshaped by a wave of player withdrawals for various injuries, including Mexico Open champion Brian Campbell
  • Theegala is expected to miss next week’s U.S. Open at Oakmont as he turns focus to recovery