Dustin Johnson Withdraws from Masters

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WOLO) — Dustin Johnson has withdrawn from the Masters with a back injury. Johnson, who grew up in Irmo and played golf at Dutch Fork High School, is a five-time PGA Tour winner and currently ranked number 12 in the world. “First I have to apologize to the fans and sponsors. With heartfelt regret, I won’t be playing in the Masters due to a tweaked back,” Johnson said Tuesday via Twitter. Johnson has not finished better than a tie for 30th in three previous trips to Augusta National. Johnson’s withdrawal means the field at the Masters is down to 96 players. The Masters does not have an alternate list.