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Matti Schmid withdraws from PGA Tour events after suffering broken elbow

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Matti Schmid withdraws from PGA Tour events after suffering broken elbow

Summary

PGA Tour professional Matti Schmid announced he will step away from competitive golf for several months following a fall that resulted in a broken elbow. The 28-year-old German confirmed the injury on social media, noting that he must withdraw from upcoming tournaments to focus on rehabilitation. Schmid concluded his season during the FedEx Cup Playoffs, where he tied for 47th at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. His 2026 campaign featured four top-10 finishes, including a career-best tie for fourth at the PGA Championship in May. In a separate development, J.J. Spaun also faces a recovery period after a recurring shoulder injury forced his withdrawal from the Tour Championship. Spaun recently missed out on a selection for the United States Presidents Cup roster as he evaluates his ongoing fitness.

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•Matti Schmid suffered a broken elbow following a fall and will miss several months of play.
•Schmid secured four top-10 finishes this season and tied for fourth at the PGA Championship.
•J.J. Spaun withdrew from the Tour Championship after six holes due to a shoulder injury.
•Spaun was excluded from the United States Presidents Cup roster following his latest injury setback.

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A PGA Tour pro’s impressive season has come to an unfortunate end after a broken elbow forced him to withdraw from upcoming events. The post PGA Tour Standout Sidelined for Months After Suffering Broken Elbow appeared first on HEAVY.
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