James Nicholas withdraws from Open Championship due to injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:39 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
James Nicholas has withdrawn from the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale prior to Friday’s second round due to an unspecified injury. Nicholas, who struggled with the injury throughout the week, shot 5-over 75 in Thursday's opening round without making a birdie. He expressed disappointment over his inability to compete, stating, 'Competing in an Open Championship has always been a dream of mine.' Nicholas plans to return to the United States to focus on recovery moving forward.
- •James Nicholas withdrew before the second round due to injury.
- •He shot 5-over 75 in the first round.
- •Nicholas aimed to compete in the Open Championship for the first time.
- •He will return to the U.S. for recovery.
- 11:39 AMYahoo Sports — Final qualifier's Open Championship ends early due to injury
"Nicholas withdrew prior to Friday’s second round at Royal Birkdale due to an unspecified injury.
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