Danny Willett
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www.golfmagic.comHere’s the latest on Danny Willett based on recent reporting up to May 2026.
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Status and recent form: Willett has been competing on the DP World Tour and PGA Tour, with several fluctuations in form and a few injury-related absences noted in recent seasons. His 2025-2026 campaign included some early-season struggles, followed by attempts to rebuild momentum through various events on both tours. [Sources: FOX Sports summary of his 2026 season performance; ESPN/Golf coverage reference to ongoing tournament activity and injuries][3][9]
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Injury and return timeline: After shoulder surgery in late 2023, Willett made a notable return in 2024, including a run at the Masters and continued playing through 2025 before further injury setbacks (e.g., hamstring issues mentioned around early 2026). This has influenced his scheduling and ability to string together consistent results. [Sources: What Happened to Danny Willett? overview; FOX Sports injury notes][2][3]
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Notable recent events: In January 2026, he reportedly withdrew from the Dubai Desert Classic due to a hamstring problem, illustrating ongoing fitness/availability challenges during the season. He remains active on the tour when fit, with occasional top-10s or solid showings helping his ranking and clock. [Sources: What Happened to Danny Willett? summary; FOX Sports recap][2][3]
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Career context: Willett rose to prominence with the 2016 Masters win and has since dealt with a mix of form cycles and injuries. He has continued to compete at a high level on both the DP World Tour and PGA Tour, aiming to regain peak form after setbacks. [Sources: European Tour career overview; FOX Sports season-note on Masters context][7][3]
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Citations:
- FOX Sports overview of Willett’s 2026 season and Masters context[3]
- What Happened to Danny Willett? injury timeline and 2026 status[2]
- ESPN coverage of his ongoing tour activity and results[9]