Rory McIlroy withdraws from Bay Hill with back spasm as golf enters a big stretch - AP News

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Rory McIlroy withdraws from Arnold Palmer Invitational due to back spasms

The Northern Irishman was four under for a share of ninth place heading into Saturday’s play.

By Rory Dollard

World No. 2 Rory McIlroy withdraws from Arnold Palmer Invitational with back issues

ORLANDO, Fla. — World No. 2 Rory McIlroy withdrew before Saturday’s third round of 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational because of back spasms. During preparation for his 12:55 p.m. tee time with Ryan Fox, McIlroy warmed up on the practice range before deciding he should withdraw rather than jeopardize his health during the start of a critical stretch of the season. Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis ...

‘I felt a small twinge in my back’ – Update from Rory McIlroy after he withdraws from Arnold Palmer Invitational

Rory McIlroy has withdrawn from the Arnold Palmer Invitational with a lower back injury, but he hopes to be ready to defend The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass next week and the Masters next month.

McIlroy withdraws from Arnold Palmer Invitational with back injury