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Lando Norris withdraws from BMW PGA Championship Pro-Am due to injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 3:15 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Lando Norris withdraws from BMW PGA Championship Pro-Am due to injury

Summary

Lando Norris, the Formula 1 driver, withdrew from the BMW PGA Championship Pro-Am on September 17 due to a back injury. After finishing third at the Spanish Grand Prix, Norris announced to Brooks Koepka that he could not participate, citing his physical condition. Despite being a crowd favorite, his absence leaves a notable gap in the tournament lineup. Norris intends to watch the tournament while preparing for the next F1 race in Azerbaijan. This incident underscores the physical demands faced by athletes in different sports, highlighting the challenges of competing at high levels.

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•Norris has a back injury and withdrew from the Pro-Am event.
•He recently finished third at the Spanish Grand Prix.
•Norris plans to watch the tournament from the sidelines.
•His absence impacts the event's celebrity lineup.
•The next F1 race is scheduled in Azerbaijan.

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Lando Norris, a Formula 1 driver, pulled out of the BMW PGA Championship Pro-Am on Wednesday because of a back injury. The British driver, who finished third at the Spanish Grand Prix, told five-time major winner Brooks Koepka that he could not play because his back was bad. Norris admitted he is “getting old” and…
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