The 2025 Omega European Masters at Crans-sur-Sierre delivered its usual drama against the stunning backdrop of the Swiss Alps, but not all of the headlines came from those chasing the trophy. With the cut set at three-under, several of golf’s most recognizable names were left packing their bags early. For some, it was a narrow miss by a single stroke; for others, a frustrating continuation of inconsistent form.
Here’s a look at some of the biggest names who didn’t make it to the weekend.
1. Eugenio Chacarra (−2)
Spain’s Chacarra arrived in Switzerland with optimism, riding the momentum of a year highlighted by victory at the Hero Indian Open and several top-10 finishes. Yet, despite a respectable pair of rounds, the 24-year-old fell just shy of the mark. His 71 on Thursday left him with ground to make up, and although he rebounded with a sharp 67 on Friday, his total of two-under missed the cut line by a single shot.
The disappointment was compounded by the fact that this marked Chacarra’s second consecutive missed cut, coming on the heels of his struggles at the British Masters. For a player considered one of Spain’s brightest prospects, it was a reminder of golf’s volatility and how even well-rounded games can unravel in the face of demanding setups.
2. Alex Noren (−2)
Few players know Crans-sur-Sierre better than Noren, a two-time champion of the Omega European Masters and perennial fan favorite. However, the Swede’s comfort with the course wasn’t enough to save him from the unforgiving cut. Matching rounds of 69 left him at two-under, the same fate as Chacarra, and just short of extending his week.
What made this miss surprising was Noren’s form heading into the event—he was fresh off a victory at the British Masters, a result that suggested he was peaking at the right time. Instead, he joined the group of big names heading home early, underscoring that momentum and confidence don’t always translate to results when conditions tighten.
3. Aaron Rai (−2)
Rai’s week was a tale of two rounds. A sluggish 73 on Thursday left him with a mountain to climb, but he nearly pulled off a comeback with a superb 65 on Friday. His late surge had fans believing he might sneak inside the cut line, but in the end his two-under finish left him agonizingly short of the three-under threshold.
The Englishman’s frustration was evident, as this event represented one of his last opportunities to impress Ryder Cup selectors. Rai’s steady ball-striking has often been praised, but inconsistency continues to be a hurdle. Missing this cut by the slimmest of margins may prove costly in terms of momentum heading into the fall.
4. Erik Van Rooyen (−1)
South African Van Rooyen endured another difficult week, finishing at one-under after rounds of 70 and 69. While the numbers weren’t poor, they weren’t enough to keep him on the right side of the cutline, and his name was added to the growing list of notable casualties in Switzerland.
For Van Rooyen, the result is part of a troubling trend. This marks his 12th missed cut across the PGA and DP World Tours this season, raising questions about form and confidence. Known for his powerful game and calm demeanor, he hasn’t been able to string together consistent results, and this latest setback only deepens concerns about his year.
5. Nicolai Højgaard (E)
Danish star Højgaard capped the list of surprises, finishing even par after rounds of 73 and 67. His Friday improvement wasn’t enough to erase Thursday’s struggles, and the result ended a steady run of made cuts dating back to June’s RBC Canadian Open.
The timing is particularly unfortunate, as Højgaard has been under close scrutiny in the lead-up to Ryder Cup decisions. Missing the weekend in Switzerland introduces doubt into what had been a strong case for inclusion. Still just 24, Højgaard has time on his side, but this stumble at Crans-sur-Sierre was a reminder that experience and consistency are still developing pieces of his game.
6. Wyndham Clark (+1)
Reigning U.S. Open champion Clark was one of the biggest shocks of the week. A first-round 72 left him in immediate trouble, and although he improved slightly with a 69 on Friday, his total of one-over left him well adrift of the three-under cut. For a player of his pedigree, the performance was a major letdown.
Clark has struggled with consistency since his breakthrough major win in 2023. While he remains capable of brilliance, weeks like this show the volatility that still lingers in his game. His inability to adapt to the narrow fairways and tricky greens of Crans-sur-Sierre served as a reminder that raw power alone is rarely enough on this kind of stage.
7. Miguel Ángel Jiménez (+2)
Fan favorite Jiménez, now 61, brought his trademark charisma and flair to Switzerland, but couldn’t match it with sharp scoring. Rounds of 72 and 70 left him at two-over, well outside the cutline. Despite flashes of his short-game genius, mistakes off the tee and on approach shots proved too costly.
For Jiménez, participation itself is often part of the appeal; his cigar-in-hand style and longevity have made him a cult figure in golf. While missing the cut wasn’t unexpected given his age and limited schedule, fans still relished the chance to see the Spanish veteran in action. His presence added a unique flavor to the week, even if his scorecard didn’t measure up.
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