Billy Horschel has withdrawn from the upcoming Amgen Irish Open at Royal County Down due to a minor back/rib injury sustained during the BMW Championship PGA Tour playoffs. The 37-year-old golfer, currently ranked 25th in the world, expressed disappointment over missing the event, highlighting his positive experiences at the K Club in the previous year. Horschel indicated that he needs a week to recover to prevent the injury from lingering, as he is looking forward to competing in future tournaments such as the BMW PGA Championship and the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. Notable players like Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are set to headline the Irish Open field. Horschel has previously enjoyed significant support from Irish fans during his visits, reinforcing his connection to the event.