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Hideki Matsuyama: Caddie, Coach Had Passports Stolen, Can't Attend FedEx St. Jude

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Hideki Matsuyama will be facing more challenges than just the rest of the field during the upcoming FedEx St. Jude Championship.

ESPN's Mark Schlabach noted Wednesday that Matsuyama told Golf Digest Japan he will be without his normal caddie, Shota Hayato, and swing coach, Mikihito Kuromiya, during the tournament because their passports and visas were stolen in London.

Matsuyama stopped in London following the 2024 Paris Olympics and was also the victim of a theft while in England. His wallet was stolen, although his passport and bronze medal he won in the Games were spared.