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The tournament director of this week’s BMW Masters says he is 'disappointed' that world Number 1 Rory McIlroy will not be in the field at Lake Malaren in China.
The 25-year-old, who won two Majors this year, is taking time away from golf to prepare for his multi-million dollar legal case against his former management company in Ireland.
Tournament director Marco Kaussler said: "We are very sorry that Rory McIlroy will not tee off at the BMW Masters for the first time since the tournament has been held.
"We obviously understand the disappointment of the many golf fans in China but we respect his decision."
Also absent from Shanghai is world No 5 Henrik Stenson who withdraw on Tuesday after his wife Emma gave birth in Florida on Sunday.
"We respect his decision"
McIlroy made his announcement last week leaving Jamie Donaldson as the leading European player in the field.
The Welshman is currently fourth in the Race to Dubai standings with only a slim chance of catching McIlroy in the standings.
Donaldson said: "Obviously it would be great to have Rory here.
"I don't know the ins and outs of why he's not playing here but I'm sure he'll be back playing as strong as ever.
"It's mathematically possible to catch him but it's one hell of a stretch."
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