RBC Canadian Open Field Weakened as PGA Tour Stars Withdraw [Video]

This week, the PGA Tour travels to TPC Toronto to play the prestigious RBC Canadian Open. It is one of the world’s oldest tournaments and the second oldest on the PGA Tour calendar (not counting majors), surpassed only by the BMW Championship (originally played as the Western Open).

It’s no surprise that this event attracts many top stars each year. While this season is no exception, several players have withdrawn at the last minute, which have had its impact on the field.

The most notable case is that of World No. 39 Sahith Theegala, who withdrew from the tournament on Tuesday. According to the PGA Tour Communications Twitter account, his place will be taken by Cameron Champ.

Another notable withdrawal is World No. 52 Michael Kim, who is having one of his best seasons in recent memory. David Ford will replace Kim and play at TPC Toronto.

Other players who withdrew include Brian Campbell, K.H. Lee, Ben Martin, Brandon Matthews, Anders Albertson, Michael Thorbjornsen, …