Justin Thomas Withdraws From Travelers Championship

Justin Thomas of the United States walks down the sixth hole during the final round of the 122nd U.S. Open Championship at The Country Club in Brookline, Mass., on June 19, 2022. Andrew Redington/Getty Images

Justin Thomas, the world’s No. 5 golfer, withdrew Wednesday from this week’s Travelers Championship.

“Before the rumors start flying, I have decided to WD to treat and rest my back which I tweaked earlier this week,” he wrote on Twitter. “Just making sure I get it taken care of and ready for the rest of the PGA season as planned. Hate to be missing one of the best/my favorite events @TravelersChamp!”