Jason Day misses cut at Wyndham Championship, playoff streak ends
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Jason Day's run of 18 consecutive appearances in PGA Tour playoffs has come to an end as he missed the cut at the Wyndham Championship. Day recorded rounds of 71 and 73 and failed to qualify for the playoffs, finishing outside the top 70 in FedEx Cup points. Injuries have plagued Day throughout the year, leading him to consider a break from golf. He expressed disappointment but acknowledged the need to prioritize recovery for his ailing body. Day hinted he may not compete again this year as he plans to rest and recuperate.
- •Day missed the cut after posting rounds of 71 and 73.
- •This is the first season he will not qualify for the playoffs.
- •He cited physical struggles as a major factor in his performance.
- •Day plans to take time off to recover before the next season.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Jason Day suggests his ‘body is beat’ after missing the cut at the Wyndham Championship
- 7:22 PMYahoo Sports — Wyndham Championship 2026: Jason Day playoff streak snapped with MC
"Jason Day’s 2026 season ended in disappointment at the Wyndham Championship on Friday. Day posted rounds of 71 and 73 at the Wyndham Championship this week, and will comfortably miss the cut.
"After 18 consecutive trips to the postseason, Jason Day is heading home following a missed cut at the Wyndham Championship that will have him finish outside the top 70 in FedExCup points.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 7:30 PMJason Day suggests his ‘body is beat’ after missing the cut at the Wyndham Championship
Jason Day’s 2026 season ended in disappointment at the Wyndham Championship on Friday. Day posted rounds of 71 and 73 at the Wyndham Championship this week, and will comfortably miss the cut.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 7:22 PMWyndham Championship 2026: Jason Day playoff streak snapped with MC
After 18 consecutive trips to the postseason, Jason Day is heading home following a missed cut at the Wyndham Championship that will have him finish outside the top 70 in FedExCup points.
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