Patton Kizzire withdraws from 3M Open due to back injury

Patton Kizzire has withdrawn from the 3M Open after completing the first round with a score of 6-over-par 77. The golfer cited a back injury as the reason for his exit from the tournament. Kizzire is among several notable golfers who have withdrawn, including Jordan Spieth, Jason Day, and Ryan Fox, prior to the event. The 3M Open continues with Scottie Scheffler currently competing, aiming to avoid a lengthy absence from play before the upcoming playoffs. Ben Kohles leads the tournament at 9-under-par after the first round.

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