Top-ranked Jason Day skipping Rio Olympics because of Zika (The Associated Press)

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AKRON, Ohio (AP) -- Jason Day pulled out of the Olympics on Tuesday because of the Zika virus, costing golf its No. 1 player as it returns from a century-long absence at the games.

The sport has lost two of its biggest stars in the last week, adding to the perception that the Olympics are not a high priority.