During the third round of the Scottish Open on Saturday, PGA Tour golfer Paul Waring withdrew after sustaining a shoulder injury. Waring, 40, had managed to make the cut despite difficult playing conditions and the absence of several recent champions, but his injury forced him to exit the tournament early.
The event has proven challenging for many competitors, including notable players such as J.J. Spaun, Aldrich Potgeiter, and Brian Campbell, all of whom missed the cut. Golfer Scottie Scheffler is also struggling, having already recorded six bogeys throughout the tournament.
Waring’s Performance Leading to Withdrawal
Paul Waring began his third round with a bogey, then rallied with three birdies and another bogey. However, trouble struck on the back nine where he injured his shoulder. He recorded three consecutive double bogeys on holes 11, 12, and 13 before deciding to withdraw. This injury prematurely ended his participation in the tournament, which had shown promise earlier in the day.
Paul Waring WD during the third round of the Genesis Scottish Open with a shoulder injury.
—PGA Tour
Career Highlights and Recent Successes of Paul Waring
Waring turned professional in 2007 but has had limited participation on the PGA Tour, entering just 22 events and making the cut five times. His international successes include a victory at the Nordea Masters in 2018 and a recent win at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship in 2024, marking important milestones in his career despite his sporadic touring schedule.
Other Key Players and Tournament Standings
Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy appears to be in strong form as he holds a score of seven under par after two rounds. McIlroy commented on his recent performance, acknowledging improvement and readiness to compete at a high level.
Most of it. As I said, there’s still a few loose shots in there but for the most part, it was a good day. I held a lot of putts.
—Rory McIlroy
I did most things pretty well. So yeah it was a good day for that and as I said, getting into contention and then seeing how your game holds up when you’re in the thick of things, trying to win a golf tournament, I think that tells you a lot more about where you are than just the first two days of a tournament.
—Rory McIlroy
Implications of Waring’s Withdrawal on the Scottish Open
Paul Waring’s exit highlights the physical demands of the Scottish Open and the unpredictable nature of golf tournaments, especially on challenging courses that test even the most experienced players. His withdrawal opens opportunities for other competitors to advance, while Waring will likely focus on recovery before returning to competition. Meanwhile, as top contenders like Rory McIlroy gain momentum, the tournament remains intense and highly competitive as it progresses.