As the PGA Tour approaches its closing stages, several golfers are seeking the remaining FedEx Cup points ahead of the Playoffs scheduled in two weeks. However, ahead of the 3M Open starting July 24 at TPC Twin Cities in Minnesota, several prominent players have chosen to withdraw from this crucial event, impacting the FedEx Cup standings and tournament dynamics.
Notable Withdrawals and Replacement Players
Among the opponents stepping away are Brian Campbell and Thomas Detry, both multiple PGA Tour winners this season and secure inside the top 50 of the FedEx Cup rankings, who withdrew from the tournament on Saturday. Ryan Gerard, who earned his first PGA Tour title at the recent Barracuda Championship and rose into the top 30 of the FedEx Cup race, also pulled out on the same day.
According to official field updates, these withdrawals led to Joseph Bramlett, Dylan Wu, and Pierceson Coody being added to the lineup. Coody, in particular, has been brought in to fill a slot vacated by one of the pulling-out golfers. Additional names making the field include Haotong Li, who impressed at The Open Championship by finishing tied for fourth at Royal Portrush, which also secured his entry into The Masters.
Other participants granted sponsor exemptions include Chez Reavie, Chesson Hadley, Carson Herron, and Preston Stout. The tournament field evolved further as more players, such as Rikuya Hoshino, withdrew later, replaced by Taylor Montgomery. Last year’s Texas Children’s Houston Open winner Stephan Jaeger also exited on Monday, with Max Herendeen taking his place. The most recent withdrawal as of Tuesday was Argentinian Alejandro Tosti, who was replaced by Ben Martin.
Impact of Scheduling and Travel on Player Decisions
The 3M Open follows closely after The Open Championship at Royal Portrush, presenting logistical challenges. The approximate 8.5-hour flight and six-hour time difference may have influenced some golfers’ decisions to sit out, prioritizing rest and preparation for upcoming events in the FedEx Cup Playoffs.
How Withdrawals Reshape the FedEx Cup and Tournament Outlook
These developments reshape the competitive landscape at the 3M Open, while also affecting the FedEx Cup points battle as players vie for position before the Playoffs begin. The inclusion of emerging names and those on sponsor exemptions gives an added opportunity for less established players to impact the final standings.
With the Playoffs approaching rapidly, how the reshuffled field performs at TPC Twin Cities could hold significant sway over the season’s climax. Fans and analysts alike will watch closely as the tournament unfolds, aware that this penultimate regular-season event is pivotal in shaping which players advance with momentum.
“Field updates for the 3M Open since the Friday 5 p.m. ET deadline:FridayTim Widing WD / Will Gordon IN (own number)SaturdayRyan Gerard WD / Joseph Bramlett INBrian Campbell WD / Dylan Wu INThomas Detry WD / Pierceson Coody INSundayHaotong Li IN (commit) Pierceson Coody…” —Official Field Update, July 21, 2025
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