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Jason Day Pulls Out of US Open with Back Problems

  • On Thursday, Jason Day withdrew from the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills after 10 holes due to a back injury, ending his tournament appearance at the major championship.
  • Day has dealt with chronic back pain throughout his professional career; he was visibly wincing while warming up on the driving range before the round began.
  • Shooting 7 over par across his 10 holes, Day left the course in a golf cart with caddie Luke Reardon after grimacing on the 14th hole.
  • The 2015 PGA Championship winner has struggled recently, missing the cut at the Memorial tournament two weeks ago after finishing 12th at the Masters earlier this season.
  • A two-time U.S. Open runner-up in 2011 and 2013, Day currently ranks 47th in the world despite his recent form struggles and persistent health challenges.
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Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
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Day pulls out of US Open with back injury

Jason Day was forced to withdraw from the US Open mid-way through his first round with a back injury.

·North Sydney, Australia
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ReutersReuters
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Jason Day (back) withdraws from US Open

·New York, United States
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Associated Press NewsAssociated Press News
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Jason Day pulls out of US Open with back problems

Jason Day, the 2015 PGA champion and a two-time runner-up at the U.S. Open, withdrew from this year’s Open at Shinnecock due to a bad back.

·New York, United States
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Fox Sports Australia broke the news in Australia on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
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