The WM Phoenix Open will be missing several notable players in 2025, including recent winners and major champions. Here's who won't be teeing it up at TPC Scottsdale:

1. Rory McIlroy - Fresh off his win at Pebble Beach, McIlroy is skipping Phoenix to prepare for next week's Signature Event.

2. Viktor Hovland - The World No.9 withdrew recently and was replaced by Paul Waring.

3. Xander Schauffele - Still recovering from a rib injury that has limited his 2025 starts.

4. Collin Morikawa - Taking a break after playing Pebble Beach and competing in TGL this week.

5. Shane Lowry - Coming off a strong T2 finish at Pebble Beach but opting to rest.

6. Tommy Fleetwood - Skipping after recent appearances at Dubai Desert Classic and Pebble Beach.

7. Ludvig Aberg - Recovering from illness that forced a WD at Pebble Beach.

8. Adam Scott - Focusing on TGL this week after playing The Sentry and Pebble Beach.

9. Keegan Bradley - Taking a break after playing most early-season events.

10. Tony Finau - Recently announced the birth of his sixth child.

Other notable absences include major champions Justin Rose and Jason Day. The tournament still features a strong field competing for the $9.2 million purse at TPC Scottsdale's Stadium Course.

The event falls between two Signature Events - last week's AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and next week's Genesis Invitational, which likely influenced some players' scheduling decisions.

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