The 2026 Houston Open is scheduled to commence on March 26, 2026, at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas. This year’s tournament will be particularly notable as it will take place without the legendary Tiger Woods, who is not part of the field.
Adding to the intrigue, Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from the tournament ahead of the birth of his second child, leaving fans to wonder how this might affect the competition. In his absence, Chris Gotterup leads a strong contingent of 25 members from the FedEx Cup top-50, emphasizing the high stakes involved.
Min Woo Lee enters the tournament as the defending champion, aiming to retain his title against a formidable lineup. Among the competitors is Brooks Koepka, who has been performing well this season, boasting three straight top-20 finishes in his first five PGA Tour appearances.
Round 1 of the Houston Open is set to begin at 8:20 a.m. ET, with TV coverage available on the Golf Channel from 3-7 p.m. ET. For those looking to catch the action earlier, streaming coverage will start at 8:15 a.m. ET on the ESPN app.
Weather conditions appear favorable for the tournament, with AccuWeather predicting a high of 84 degrees Fahrenheit and a near 0% chance of rain. This should provide ideal playing conditions for the competitors.
The tournament features 18 players from the World Golf Rankings top-50, ensuring a highly competitive atmosphere. As the event unfolds, observers will be keen to see how the absence of Woods and Scheffler influences the dynamics of the competition.
Brooks Koepka, eyeing his 10th PGA Tour victory, will look to capitalize on his recent form, while other players like Gary Woodland and Adam Scott aim to make their mark. The excitement surrounding the Houston Open continues to build as the date approaches.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to the field or player conditions, but the anticipation for this year’s event is palpable.
