Corey Conners, Canada’s leading male golfer, is planning a comeback at the Genesis Scottish Open after a wrist injury forced him to withdraw from the U.S. Open. Although he is not fully recovered, Conners remains hopeful as he gets ready to compete at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick.

Following his withdrawal, Conners is also scheduled to participate in The Open Championship at Royal Portrush the following week. He has recently started hitting balls again to assess his condition and has noticed some improvement in his wrist.

Injury Incident and Impact on Recent Tournaments

Conners injured his wrist during the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club on Friday before the third round, but continued to play and began his round with an impressive 3 under through five holes. His injury worsened after hitting from a plugged lie in a bunker on the par-4 11th hole, where he injured his wrist again and called for medical aid.

Treated by Canadian sports chiropractor Dr. Stuart Love on the 12th tee, Conners struggled on the back nine, shooting a 5-over 40. His playing partner Michael Kim commented on social media that Conners was

“obviously in some pain as soon as he hit”

and added that he

“didn’t think (Conners would) play more honestly.”

—Michael Kim, Playing Partner

Conners was scheduled for the final round on Sunday, but after a short warm-up including a few pitch shots and swings on the driving range, he decided he could not continue. This marked his first withdrawal in a professional event.

Current Standing and Upcoming Events

Despite the setback, Conners remains positioned at No. 13 in the FedExCup standings, backed by five top-10 finishes so far in 2025. He tied for 10th place at last year’s Scottish Open, showing his competitiveness at the venue.

The final player field for the Scottish Open will be announced Friday afternoon, confirming Conners’ participation. Golf fans will watch closely to see how he bounces back in North Berwick, with The Open Championship following right after.

Significance of Conners’ Return to Competition

Corey Conners’ recovery and return to play in the Scottish Open will be a key moment in his season, testing both his physical fitness and competitive form after his injury. A successful comeback could strengthen his standing on the PGA Tour and provide valuable momentum heading into major championships later this summer.