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Rory McIlroy Pulls Out of Arnold Palmer Invitational With Back Injury

McIlroy withdrew before Saturday’s third round at Bay Hill after hurting his back during warmups. The world No. 2 sat tied ninth at 4-under after rounds of 72 and 68, making it just the second PGA Tour withdrawal of his career. The timing raises fresh concern with The Players next week and Augusta looming this month.