Lilia Vu has announced that she will not be defending her title at the Chevron Championship, the first major of the year. The world No. 2 withdrew from the tournament due to an injury, making it her third withdrawal from events at the start of the year. Last summer, Vu had a back injury scare that required her to take nearly a month off to recover. She mentioned that the issue still pops up from time to time, including earlier this year at the Blue Bay LPGA event in China.
Earlier this week, Vu expressed that she was close to being fully recovered as she prepared to defend her title at the Woodlands. Despite battling with her injury for a couple of months, Vu remained optimistic about her prospects. She acknowledged the challenges she faced on the range and the emotional toll of not being able to perform at her best due to her back issues. However, she remained hopeful about her chances if she could stay healthy for the upcoming tournament.
Vu’s decision to withdraw comes after her successful season last year, where she won two majors and received the Rolex Player of the Year award. Despite her recent struggles with injuries, Vu remains a top contender in the world of professional golf and is determined to overcome her setbacks to achieve more success in the future.