Louis Oosthuizen has joined a long list of golfers who have come out and said that they will not be competing in this years Rio Olympics.
Oosthuizen would have been representing South African alongside Brandon Grace, who’s the highest ranked South African, but after Oosthuizen pulled out, Charl Schwartzel could come in to replace the 33-year-old.
In a statement released by his management company, the world No 12 said he had informed his country’s Olympic committee of his decision after “long deliberations, citing family and schedule issues.”
“I have always represented South Africa with pride so didn’t make my decision without a great deal of thought.
“I would like to wish our golfers and all other athletes competing in Brazil all the very best for success.”
Other dropouts have been Vijay Singh and Adam Scott.
Scott previously said: “My decision has been taken as a result of an extremely busy playing schedule around the time of the Olympics and other commitments, both personal and professional.
“I have informed the Australian team captain and relevant authorities, who are understanding of my position and I wish the Australian Olympic Team the very best of luck in Rio.”
