Jon Rahm Exits US Open Ahead Of Start Due To Foot Injury

Jon Rahm has withdrawn from the US Open due to a foot injury, just two days before the tournament begins in North Carolina. The Spaniard arrived at Pinehurst's Number Two course wearing one shoe on his right foot and a flip-flop on his left after a cut between his toes turned into an infection.

"It is doing better, but the pain is high," said the 29-year-old at his pre-tournament press conference on Tuesday. Despite the improvement, Rahm, who won the US Open title in 2021, confirmed his withdrawal later in the day.

"After consulting with numerous doctors and my team, I have decided it is best for my long-term health to withdraw from this week's US Open Championship," Rahm wrote on social media. "To say I'm disappointed is a massive understatement! I wish all my peers the best of luck and want to thank all of the USGA staff, volunteers, and community of Pinehurst for hosting and putting on what I'm sure will be an amazing championship! Hopefully I'll be back in action sooner than later!"

After consulting with numerous doctors and my team, I have decided it is best for my long term health, to withdraw from this weeks US Open Championship. To say Im disappointed is a massive understatement! I wish all my peers the best of luck and want to thank all of the USGA June 11, 2024

Rahm has not won since moving to LIV Golf from the PGA Tour last December. The 29-year-old shared 45th place at this year's Masters and missed the cut at last month's PGA Championship. The two-time major winner had previously finished inside the top 25 in his last five outings at the US Open.

Rahm's decision to withdraw comes as a significant blow to his fans and followers. His presence will be missed at Pinehurst, where he was expected to be a strong contender. The focus now shifts to his recovery and future tournaments.

The US Open will proceed without one of its top players, but Rahm's health remains paramount. The golfing community will be eager to see him return to form and compete at the highest level once again.