By Scottie Scheffler showcased his exceptional form once again with a bogey-free opening round of 65 at the Texas Children’s Houston Open, marking his 28th consecutive under-par round on the PGA Tour. Scheffler, currently ranked world No. 1, is aiming to make history by becoming the first player in seven years to win three consecutive PGA Tour events.
Having triumphed at the Arnold Palmer Invitational and the Players Championship in his last two outings, Scheffler’s quest for a third consecutive victory began on a positive note at the Houston Open. Despite a shaky start with missed greens, Scheffler rallied with birdies to finish the front nine at two under. He continued his momentum with additional birdies on the back nine, concluding the round at five under, just one shot behind joint leaders Wilson Furr and Taylor Moore.
Reflecting on his round, Scheffler expressed satisfaction with his performance, particularly with maintaining a clean scorecard. His consistent form throughout the year has now set a new record on the PGA Tour since 1983, showcasing his remarkable consistency and skill.
Scheffler’s stellar performance comes after recovering from a neck issue that troubled him during his victory at Sawgrass. With ample rest and rehabilitation during the off week, Scheffler feels optimistic about his physical condition heading into the tournament.
Meanwhile, Taylor Moore surged into the early clubhouse lead with a strong round highlighted by an eagle on the third hole. Wilson Furr, a PGA Tour rookie, joined Moore at the top of the leaderboard with an impressive display, including a spectacular birdie putt on the ninth.
As the tournament progresses, Scheffler remains a formidable contender, aiming to continue his winning streak and cement his status as one of golf’s elite players. With competitors like Davis Riley, Joe Highsmith, and England’s Aaron Rai in close pursuit, the Texas Children’s Houston Open promises an exciting weekend of world-class golf action.
