Casey withdraws from Masters

Paul Casey has pulled out of the British Masters in order to work on his game.

Poor form leads to Ryder Cup star's withdrawal

Paul Casey has pulled out of this weekend's British Masters at The Belfry, where he was among the favourites for the title. Minutes after being paired with Colin Montgomerie and South African Richard Sterne in the first two rounds on Thursday and Friday, Ryder Cup star Casey informed the organisers that he would not be taking part. After a disappointing fortnight, Casey instead plans to work on his game. Casey, part of the Britain and Ireland team for next week's Seve Trophy match in Ireland, finished only 60th in the Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles and 37th in the Omega European Masters in Switzerland, the first qualifying event for next year's Ryder Cup. He lies 12th on this season's European Order of Merit and in three weeks' time defends his HSBC World Match Play title at Wentworth.