Jon Rahm Withdraws From US Open Due To Foot Injury

Former U.S. Open and Masters Champion Jon Rahm is out of the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 this weekend.

Rahm, who won the 2021 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines, has been dealing with an infected cut on his foot, forcing him to withdraw from last weekend's LIV Golf event in Houston. He then gave a press conference on Tuesday from the venue in North Carolina, where he appeared in a flip-flop, hoping that more air would speed up the healing process.

"The infection was the worrisome part," Rahm told the media on Tuesday afternoon. "The infection is now controlled, but there’s still swelling and there’s still pain. There’s a reason I walked out here in a shoe and a flip-flop, trying to keep the area dry and trying to get that to heal as soon as possible.

"But I can only do what I can do. The human body can only work so fast."

But in a social media post later in the day, he announced he was withdrawing entirely.

"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 U.S. Open Championship," Rahm posted on X. "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!"

Jon Rahm hits an approach shot on Hole No. 1 during the first round of the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. (Katie Goodale-USA TODAY Network)

Jon Rahm Withdrawal Cements Tough Stretch For Former World Number One

Rahm narrowly avoided missing the cut at The Masters in April, then missed the cut at The PGA Championship in May. Now the withdrawal from The U.S. Open means his last hope of a solid showing in non-LIV events will be The Open Championship in July.

After leaving the PGA Tour in late-2023, Rahm's seen his rankings fall to eighth in the world. And removes another challenger from overwhelming U.S. Open favorite Scottie Scheffler. 

Rahm's peak is as high as any golfer on Earth; and as a two-time major champion and Ryder Cup hero, he adds interest and excitement to any field. LIV Golf doesn't provide many opportunities for exposure, meaning most casual golf fans only watch Rahm in majors. 

The withdrawal removes that possibility, unfortunately. Hopefully he's back in time for Royal Troon in mid-July.