Unable to break par against the women, Michelle Wie is taking a break from competing against the men.

Wie decided yesterday to withdraw from the John Deere Classic as she tries to return from wrist injuries that have sent the 17-year-old from Hawai'i into a deep slump of high scores and shrinking confidence.

"While my rehabilitation is on schedule, I do not have all of my strength back yet," Wie said in a statement. "The TPC Deere Run course is obviously very long, and I just don't have the length to play there right now."

Wie said she still plans to play next week in the U.S. Women's Open at Pine Needles, and she said she would keep playing the rest of the summer as she tries to regain strength in her wrists.

The John Deere Classic begins July 12.

"We support Michelle's decision and we sincerely hope she continues on the path to reach her full potential in every aspect of her life," tournament director Clair Peterson said. "We look forward to welcoming her back when the time is right."

Wie has played the John Deere Classic the last two years on sponsor exemptions, nearly making the cut as a 15-year-old in 2005 with a performance that made her a celebrity with the Silvis, Ill. community.

Wie has gone 20 consecutive rounds without breaking par, eight of those against the men.