Aaron Rai Withdraws from CJ Cup Byron Nelson; S.Y. Noh Steps In
Major champion withdraws from CJ Cup Byron Nelson with PGA Tour winner named as replacement
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Aaron Rai has withdrawn from the CJ Cup Byron Nelson tournament at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas, following his victory at the PGA Championship. S.Y. Noh will replace him, marking his first start of the 2026 season and a chance to regain form after a challenging period.
- 01Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth, and Brooks Koepka are key players at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
- 02Aaron Rai withdrew due to the physical and mental toll from the recent PGA Championship.
- 03S.Y. Noh will replace Rai, having previously won the Zurich Classic of New Orleans in 2014.
- 04Noh's lowest round on the PGA Tour was a 60 at TPC Craig Ranch in 2023.
- 05This will be Noh's first tournament of the 2026 season, presenting a significant opportunity.
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The CJ Cup Byron Nelson is set to take place this week at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas, featuring notable players like Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth, and Brooks Koepka. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler aims to reclaim his title after a single win in the 2026 season. However, Aaron Rai, the recent PGA Championship winner, has officially withdrawn from the tournament, citing the need for recovery after his demanding performance last week. His withdrawal was anticipated by many, given the circumstances. In his place, S.Y. Noh will make his debut for the 2026 season at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson. Noh, who has participated in 244 PGA Tour events, previously won the Zurich Classic of New Orleans in 2014. Notably, he recorded his lowest round of 60 at TPC Craig Ranch in 2023, and he will be looking to leverage this opportunity to regain his competitive edge.
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Local golf fans will be eager to see how S.Y. Noh performs in the absence of Aaron Rai, especially given his previous success at TPC Craig Ranch.
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