In a late scratch that shook up the Oneflight Myrtle Beach Classic, Marco Penge has withdrawn from the PGA Tour's opposite-field event "due to health reasons." The English golfer, currently ranked No. 39 in the world, announced the decision on Wednesday, just before the tournament was set to tee off at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

While Penge didn't go into specifics, he was quick to reassure fans that the issue is "nothing serious." In a statement, he emphasized his focus on recovery, saying, "I just need to get fully fit for next week at the PGA Championship." That's a smart move for a player with major ambitions—especially after a strong showing at the 2025 PGA Championship, where he tied for 28th, and a respectable T-49 finish in his Masters debut just last month.

Penge has been on a remarkable run lately. He earned his 2026 PGA Tour card thanks to a standout season on the DP World Tour, where he notched three wins in just six months. Known for his steady game and growing confidence, he's quickly becoming a name to watch on the global stage. Withdrawing now, even from a smaller event like the Oneflight, shows he's prioritizing the long game—and the PGA Championship is a big one.

Penge is the sixth player to bow out of the Oneflight this week, but not all exits were health-related. Andrew Putnam and Austin Smotherman, originally on the tee sheet, got a last-minute promotion to the Truist Championship—a signature event at Quail Hollow—after two withdrawals opened up spots there. Talk about an early-week upgrade!

Despite the shake-ups, the Oneflight still boasts a field of 123 players, including big names like Brooks Koepka. Alternates Troy Merritt and James Hahn have been added to round out the groupings, ensuring the competition stays fierce. For Penge, though, the focus is on rest and recovery—and we'll be watching for his return at the PGA Championship, where he'll be looking to make another splash.