American decides against playing three weeks in a row
Masters champion Bubba Watson has withdrawn from the Wells Fargo Championship, which takes place at Quail Hollow from May 3-6. Watson, who claimed his maiden major title at the Augusta National with victory over Louis Oosthuizen in a play-off, cited his schedule and the need to spend time with his family for the decision. The Wells Fargo Championship is sandwiched by two PGA Tour events Watson is committed to playing in; the Zurich Classic of New Orleans (April 26-29), where he is the defending champion, and the Players Championship (May 10-13).
"We certainly will miss seeing Bubba and we completely understand," said Wells Fargo Championship executive director Kym Hougham.
"He has been a great ambassador for our event and I know he and the family will join us next year."
Despite Watson's absence, there will still be a strong field for the Wells Fargo Championship. Tiger Woods has confirmed he will tee it up alongside fellow top-10 players Rory McIlroy, Lee Westwoodand Hunter Mahan.
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