AUGUSTA, Ga. — Former Masters champion Vijay Singh has withdrawn from this year’s Masters Tournament due to an unspecified injury, marking his first absence from the prestigious event since he began competing there in 1994. Singh, now 62, has been a regular fixture at Augusta National for nearly three decades.
The announcement of his withdrawal comes just a day after he finished in 18th place at a PGA Tour Champions event in Florida. However, no details have been provided regarding the nature or extent of the injury he sustained.
This year also marks the 25th anniversary of Singh’s legendary Masters victory, where he managed to outlast a formidable group of challengers, including the likes of Tiger Woods, David Duval, and Ernie Els, in a thrilling final round. The Fijian golfer has enjoyed a distinguished career, having also captured the PGA Championship title twice, further solidifying his place in the Hall of Fame.
The current field for the Masters includes 95 players, indicating the largest contingent since 2015 when there were 97 participants. Despite Singh’s absence, the tournament continues to embrace a diverse group of competitors, all vying for the renowned green jacket.