Overview
- Knapp withdrew before his first-round start Thursday, citing a sprained left thumb.
- Reitan, who became first alternate after Patrick Cantlay withdrew with illness earlier in the week, took the 12:35 p.m. ET slot with J.T. Poston.
- Knapp skipped Wednesday’s pro-am and had tape on his left hand, which preceded the withdrawal.
- The 31-year-old has logged a strong season to date, ranking No. 36 in the world and 13th in the FedEx Cup.
- This marks his second late scratch from a signature event this year after a last-minute withdrawal at the Arnold Palmer Invitational in March.