Lydia Ko announced early Saturday morning she has withdrawn from the Volunteers of America Texas Shootout presented by JTBC citing an eye infection.
“She has a swollen eye due to an infection, most likely caused by allergy (pollen), which she was suffering (from) all week,” said Ko’s agent Michael Kim in a statement. “She was advised by the doctor to not wear any contact lenses until it got better.”
Ko, who was 1-over-par through two rounds after shooting 70-73, could potentially lose her No.1 spot in the Rolex Rankings if Ariya Jutanugarn, who is currently in second place, goes on to win.
Paula Creamer also withdrew Friday citing illness.
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