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Johnson to miss first Open since 2009 as major streak ends
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Johnson to miss first Open since 2009 as major streak ends

BBC Sport · Jun 29, 2026, 10:01 PM

Key takeaways

  • Dustin Johnson turned professional in 2007
  • Two-time major winner Dustin Johnson will miss his first Open Championship since his debut in 2009 after withdrawing from final qualifying.
  • The 42-year-old, who has managed just one top-20 finish in his past 15 majors, has never won the Open, with his best result a tie for second in 2011.

Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.

Dustin Johnson turned professional in 2007

Two-time major winner Dustin Johnson will miss his first Open Championship since his debut in 2009 after withdrawing from final qualifying.

The 42-year-old, who has managed just one top-20 finish in his past 15 majors, has never won the Open, with his best result a tie for second in 2011.

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