After withdrawing from the Hero World Problem final week, which sparked a flood of LIV Golf rumors on the web, Tony Finau has determined to not play on this week’s Grant Thornton Invitational.
He needs to proceed recovering from a latest knee surgical procedure that he had on Oct. 15. The operation repaired a torn meniscus and cleaned up cartilage. Final week, a supply mentioned Finau would “probably be there,” however additionally they famous that they’d contingency plans in place in case he didn’t really feel prepared.
“I’m dissatisfied to must withdraw from the Grant Thornton Invitational as I proceed to get well from my knee harm,” Finau mentioned in a assertion supplied by the PGA Tour.
“Taking part in with Nelly in 2023 was one of many highlights of my 12 months. I sit up for cheering her on this week and am grateful for her assist and understanding as I work on getting absolutely wholesome. I’m grateful to my companion in Grant Thornton for his or her assist and for diversifying our recreation by bringing the PGA Tour and LPGA collectively in Naples. I sit up for returning to competitors within the new 12 months!”
This combined occasion, which options PGA Tour and LPGA stars, noticed Finau and World No. 1 Nelly Korda tie for fourth one 12 months in the past. Now, Korda will play with Daniel Berger, who performed on the U.S. 2021 Ryder Cup workforce.
Berger additionally underwent a prolonged rehabilitation interval over the previous couple of years. As a consequence of again issues, he missed practically 18 months after the 2022 U.S. Open. He then returned to the PGA Tour in January.
As for Finau, he hopes to return to competitors at The Sentry, the event held in Maui throughout the first week of the brand new 12 months.
Jack Milko is a golf workers author for SB Nation’s Taking part in By means of. Make sure you try @_PlayingThrough for extra golf protection. You’ll be able to comply with him on Twitter @jack_milko as effectively.
