World number one golfer Dustin Johnson has pulled out of the Masters at Augusta National due to a back injury resulting from a fall at his rental home on Wednesday.

Dustin Johnson, Current World No.1
Dustin Johnson, Current World No.1

32 year old American player fell on the stairs accidentally and hurt his lower back .News of his injury saw him replaced as pre-tournament favorite with bookmakers.

After going through a practice session on the range, he appeared set to take part but walked off the first tee due to pain.