PGA Tour Golfer Withdraws Before Second Round at CJ Cup Byron Nelson
Summary
Cameron Champ withdrew from the 2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson golf tournament before starting his second round. He had a poor first round score and was well behind the leading players when he decided to leave the event.Key Facts
- Cameron Champ scored 3-over 74 in the first round and withdrew before the second round.
- Most other golfers scored below par (better than expected), while Champ was behind by 12 strokes.
- The PGA Tour did not give a reason for Champ’s withdrawal.
- Champ has not made it to the weekend rounds in his recent PGA Tour events in 2026.
- Taylor Moore led the tournament after the first round with a 9-under 62.
- Jordan Spieth posted a strong second round with 9-under 62, placing him second.
- Sungjae Im scored 10-under 61 in the second round, including a hole-in-one, and is leading the tournament.
- The event is held at TPC Craig Ranch golf course.
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