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Watch: PGA Tour highlights from round 3 of the Texas Children's Houston Open

Watch the highlights of the third round of the PGA Tour in Texas. (Source: Getty)
Watch the highlights of the third round of the PGA Tour in Texas. (Source: Getty)

The PGA Tour arrived at the Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas, USA, for the Texas Children’s Houston Open, a high-stakes tournament boasting a large prize pool of $9,100,000. The following piece provides a comprehensive overview of the tournament’s third round highlights.

Day three witnessed an exciting and close competition between many players. Sharing the lead were David Skinns of England, Stephan Jaeger of Germany, Scottie Scheffler of the USA, Alejandro Tosti of Argentina, and Thomas Detry of Belgium. Each player finished the day with the same total score of 201. This meant that there was a five-way tie for the first place on the leaderboard.

Of particular note were the impressive performances by Nick Dunlap, Taylor Moore, and Akshay Bhatia, all from the United States. These three players achieved the best daily scores of -7, -3, and -3 respectively. This placed them in lead contention, which promises an even fiercer competition during the rounds to follow.

The upcoming video compilation will feature the Texas Children’s Houston Open highlights, focusing on the standout performances and most noteworthy happenings of the third round. The thrilling performances and PGA Tour highlights are not to be missed.

As with all golf tournaments, the winner will be crowned at the end of the fourth round. Given the showings so far, it is evident that this particular tournament is anyone’s game and an exciting finish lies in wait. Stay tuned for our coverage of the grand finale and the upcoming champion’s coronation.

Texas Children’s Houston Open Leaderboard

Texas Children’s Houston Open: The PGA Tour round 3 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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European Tour

Will Rory McIlroy Play the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth?

Rory McIlroy will tee it up at the DP Word Tours BMW PGA Championship. (Photo: Getty)
Rory McIlroy will tee it up at the DP Word Tours BMW PGA Championship. (Photo: Getty)

Rory McIlroy will once again tee it up at the BMW PGA Championship from September 17-22 2024, and tickets to see the four-time Major winner at Wentworth Club are on sale here.

The reigning Race to Dubai champion opened his 2024 season with a successful Rolex Series title defence in Dubai, and the Northern Irishman is aiming to further enhance his impressive BMW PGA Championship record.

Rory McIlroy at the BMW PGA Championship 2024

With a victory in 2014 and five further top tens – including two runner-up finishes – to his name, the World Number Two will join fellow past champions Ryan Fox, Shane Lowry and Billy Horschel at the iconic Surrey venue this September.

Following a final round 65 to finish in a share of seventh place last season, the 34-year-old went on to inspire Team Europe to a famous 16.5 – 11.5 victory over Team USA at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, delivering four from a possible five points.

McIlroy then ended the year on top of the Race to Dubai Rankings in Partnership with Rolex for the fifth time to once again be crowned European Number One.

See Rory McIlroys stats and WITB here

Rory McIlroy: “I’ve always enjoyed playing at the BMW PGA Championship”

“I’ve always enjoyed playing at the BMW PGA Championship, and I’ve had some great results round the West Course in the past,” said the four-time Major Champion. “Wentworth is a place where I would like to add another title.”

The BMW PGA Championship Festival of Golf takes place just outside central London, attracting more than 100,000 spectators each year, with the world class action inside the ropes set to be complemented by live entertainment on the Showstage, and an unrivalled atmosphere in the vibrant Spectator Village.

The G4D TOUR @ BMW PGA Championship will take place at the start of the week, with some of the best golfers with a disability competing for the penultimate G4D Tour title on the iconic West Course on Monday September 16 and Tuesday September 17.


That is followed by the star-studded Wednesday Celebrity Pro-Am which will bring together global celebrities with some of golf’s most famous players in a fun-filled curtain raiser to the main event, the BMW PGA Championship, which tees off on Thursday September 19.

The Rolex Series tournament assumes a key position on the DP World Tour’s 2024 Global Schedule as part of the ‘Back 9’, encompassing nine of the Tour’s most historic tournaments and national opens, running from August to October. It gives members their final opportunities to secure their playing rights for 2025 and also advance to the season-ending ‘DP World Tour Play-Offs’.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Harry Hall to kick it off for the Brits

PGA Tour Tee Times: Harry Hall is the first British golfer to tee off at the Houston Open 2024. (Source: Getty)
PGA Tour Tee Times: Harry Hall is the first British golfer to tee off at the Houston Open 2024. (Source: Getty)

The PGA Tour marks its next stop with the prestigious Texas Children’s Houston Open taking place in the thriving city of Houston, Texas. The tournament will be held at the renowned Memorial Park Golf Course, an esteemed venue known for its challenging par 70 layout. This year’s showdown is fighting for a prize pool of $9,100,000, with defending champion, Tony Finau, looking to secure another win.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: A closer look at the schedules of British, Welsh and Scottish players

Harry Hall from England will commence round one alongside Ryan Fox from New Zealand and Taylor Mongomery from the USA at 07:31. The first round trio will subsequently kick-off the second round at 12:31.

Aaron Rai, representing England, will launch the competition at 07:42, sharing the tee with Chesson Hadley from the USA and Cameron Davis from Australia. They are slated to begin the second round at 12:42.

English player, Matt Wallace, is pegged to start his first round at 08:15 with Brandt Snedeker and Gary Woodland, both from the USA. Their second round is scheduled for 13:15.

Martin Laird from Scotland will strike off at 08:26, alongside Matthew NeSmith and Austin Cook, both from the USA. They will return to the greens for their second round at 13:26.

David Skinns, the second English player, will step into the tournament at 09:10. Accompanying him for the first round are Tom Whitney from the USA and Sam Bennett from the USA. Their second round will start off on Friday at 14:10.

England’s Ben Taylor is set to start his round at 12:20 with William Cauley from the USA and David Lipsky from the USA. Their second round begins at an early 07:20.

Callum Tarren, hailing from England, is scheduled to commence the first round at 12:42. Sharing the tee with him are Ryan Moore and Patton Kizzire from the USA. Tarren, Moore, and Kizzire will begin their second round bright and early at 07:42.

Robert MacIntyre from Scotland will be teeing off at 14:10. Accompanying him in the first round are Rafael Campos from Puerto Rico and Raul Pereda from Mexico, with their second round commencing at 09:10.

Callum McNeill from Scotland is slated to start at 14:21 and will be playing alongside Chan Kim from the USA and Emilio Gonzalez from Mexico. Their second round is listed to start at 09:21.

An array of talent from Great Britain is ready to grace the greens of the Houston Open with their performances. Be sure to keep an eye on the PGA Tour Tee Times to catch all the action!

(All times are local times for Texas)

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DP World Tour Tee Times Unveiled for American Players at Hero Indian Open

Hero Indian Open 2024 in New Delhi. (Photo: Getty)
Hero Indian Open 2024 in New Delhi. (Photo: Getty)

The European Tour continues with the highly anticipated Hero Indian Open taking place at the DLF Golf & Country Club in Gurugram, Haryana, India. The pot for this year’s prize is a whopping US$2,250,000. The course, famous for its challenging Par-72, honours last year’s champion Marcel Siem.

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DP World Tour Tee Times for American Players

Johannes Veerman, an accomplished player from the USA, is slated to tee off at 07:05 for Round 1 on Thursday and his Round 2 teetime comes earlier at Johannesburg, at 11:55. He will be joined by James Morrison from England and Angel Hidalgo, a talented golfer hailing from Spain.

Chase Hanna, also representing the USA, shares his tee times with golfer Oliver Bekker from South Africa and Sweden’s golfer Adam Blomme. Their starts are scheduled at 07:45 for Round 1 and 12:35 for Round 2.

James Nicholas, another promising American talent, is paired with Garrick Porteous from England and India’s local favourite Khalin Joshi. They will start at 08:15 for the opening round and 13:05 for the second.

Player Name Nationality Round 1 Tee Time Round 2 Tee Time Mitspieler
Johannes Veerman USA 07:05 11:55 James Morrison (ENG), Angel Hidalgo (ESP)
Chase Hanna USA 07:45 12:35 Oliver Bekker (RSA), Adam Blomme (SWE)
James Nicholas USA 08:15 13:05 Garrick Porteous (ENG), Khalin Joshi (IND)

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With these DP World Tour Tee Times, the American golfers are in for an exciting game against an international line-up of top golfers. Stay tuned to keep up-to-date with the latest from the Hero Indian Open.

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British, Welsh and Scottish Player Tee Times for Upcoming DP World Tour at Hero Indian Open

Hero Indian Open 2024 in New Delhi. (Photo: Getty)
Hero Indian Open 2024 in New Delhi. (Photo: Getty)

The European Tour is soon to tee off at the welcoming DLF Golf & Country Club in Gurugram, Haryana, India, for the Hero Indian Open. The par-72 course will play host to the competition. A stunning US$2,250,000 prize fund is at stake, with Marcel Siem, the current title defender, set to stake his claim.

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Hero Indian Open: European Tour Tee Times for British, Welsh and Scottish Golfers

Alex Fitzpatrick, an English player, will start the first day of the Hero Indian Open tournament at 7:00 a.m., alongside Shiv Kapur from India and Rafa Cabrera-Bello from Spain. The second round will commence for this group at 11:50 a.m.

James Morrison, also representing England, will embark on the first round at 7:05 a.m. with Angel Hidalgo from Spain and Johannes Veerman from the USA, and is scheduled for the second round at 11:55 a.m.

English player Andy Sullivan will demonstrate his skills at 7:10 a.m. in the first round alongside Ewen Ferguson from Scotland and Maximilian Kieffer from Germany. Their second round is expected to commence at noon.

Marco Penge, from England, will tee off later in the first round at 7:15 a.m., playing with Marcus Kinhult from Sweden and Lukas Nemecz from Austria. The second round for this group will commence at 12:05 p.m.

The English golfer John Parry is scheduled to tee off at 7:20 a.m. in the first round with Sam Bairstow of England and Daniel Hillier from New Zealand. For the second round, they will start at 12:10 p.m.

Jack Davidson, representing Wales, is scheduled to begin his first round at 11:20 a.m. alongside Andrew Wilson from England and Vinamra Anand. Their second round is set to begin at 6:30 a.m.

Stuart Manley, another Welsh player, will start his first round later at 11:35 a.m., playing the course with Nicolai von Dellingshausen from Germany and Jairaj Singh Sandhu. Their tee time for the second round is set for 6:45 a.m.

Remaining tee times for the British, Welsh and Scottish players are as follows for the first and second rounds at the Hero Indian Open:

English Players:

Matthew Southgate: 11:50 a.m./7:00 a.m.

Matthew Baldwin: 12:00 p.m./7:10 a.m.

Richard Mansell: 12:15 p.m./7:25 a.m.

Tom Lewis: 8:10 a.m./1:00 p.m.

Garrick Porteous: 8:15 a.m./1:05 p.m.

Will Enefer: 12:45 p.m./7:55 a.m.

Joseph Dean: 8:20 a.m./1:10 p.m.

Scottish Players:

Calum Hill: 11:50 a.m./7:00 a.m.

Ewen Ferguson: 7:10 a.m./12:00 p.m.

Stephen Gallacher: 11:55 a.m./7:05 a.m.

Grant Forrest: 8:00 p.m./12:50 p.m.

This DP World Tour’s Hero Indian Open promises to be a tournament of high stakes and excellent golf, replete with a display of skills, strategy, and sportsmanship.

We wish all players good luck on the greens and fairways of the DLF Golf & Country Club, and especially so, our British, Welsh and Scottish participants. Your fans are eagerly awaiting your shots and swings in this big golf showdown of the year.

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European Tour

Race to Dubai: Sullivan and Bairstow climb after Singapore Classic performance

Thanks to their strong performances at the Singapore Classic, Sullivan and Bairstow find themselves in the top 30 of the Race To Dubai. (Photos: Getty)
Thanks to their strong performances at the Singapore Classic, Sullivan and Bairstow find themselves in the top 30 of the Race To Dubai. (Photos: Getty)

The DP World Tour has already showcased gripping golf action this season, with numerous tournaments shaping the competitive landscape. At the forefront is a fierce battle for the coveted Race to Dubai title. England boasts a strong representation with 21 players gracing the top 120 in the Race to Dubai standings.

The Rise of English Talent in Race to Dubai

The cream of English golfers is showcasing their mettle on the global stage, with Tommy Fleetwood leading the English charge at 14th in the rankings. His standout performance, backed by a win, has earned him 625.6 points through 2 events. Andy Sullivan follows at the 18th spot moving up an impressive 14 ranks after his fourth place at the Singapore Classic, gathering points from a total of 11 events this season. Laurie Canter claims the 19th position, participating in 5 events and maintaining his rank from the previous week. The top 30 also includes Jordan Smith in 23rd place and Sam Bairstow in 30th. Bairstow secured third place at the Singapore Classic, moving up a whole 31 places in the rankings.

Top Contenders in the Race to Dubai Rankings

At the apex of the Race to Dubai standings, Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy stands tall, continuing his formidable season over 2 events with a tally of 1596 points. Close on his heels is Rikuya Hoshino from Japan with 1258.1 points from 10 events. Sweeping into third place is Sweden’s Jesper Svensson, ascending a significant 8 spots and accruing 1160.34 points. The fourth and fifth positions are held by Adrian Meronk and Joaquin Niemann, with points amassed from 4 and 3 events respectively, offering a testament to their consistent performances.

How the DP World Tour Race to Dubai works

The Race to Dubai is the season ranking of the DP World Tour (former European Tour). The top 60 players in the Race to Dubai ranking are allowed to take part in the final play-off tournament of the former European Tour at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the DP World Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points awarded at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. For winning a DP World Tour tournament, the winner receives at least 460 points and a good 300,000 euros.

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Race to Dubai Leaders: Jordan Gumberg leads US players

Jordan Gumberg leads the US players in the Race To Dubai. (Photo: Getty)
Jordan Gumberg leads the US players in the Race To Dubai. (Photo: Getty)

As the DP World Tour progresses, the battle for dominance in the prestigious Race to Dubai ranking intensifies. As it stands, Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy leads the charge, with 1596 total points from just two events played this season. On the American front, four competitors find themselves among the top 120, fighting fiercely for higher ranks on the global stage.

Race to Dubai: The top American performers

The American contingent is led by Jordan Gumberg at 17th, who has attended seven events and celebrates a victory amongst his accomplishments. With 523.7 total points, he stands as the highest-ranked American in the Race to Dubai. Johannes Veerman is also still in the top 50. The American is in 49th place with 259.72 points. Sean Crocker, another noteworthy US name, holds his own with 174.17 points and the 79th spot from eight tournaments. The best US players are rounded off with John Catlin in 110th place with 122.25 points.

Top 5 Standouts in Race to Dubai Rankings

At the zenith of the Race to Dubai rankings, Rory McIlroy’s peerless performance continues to impress, with a strong lead over his closest competitors. Japan’s Rikuya Hoshino holds the second spot after participating in 10 events with a single victory, amassing a total of 1258.1 points. Swedish pro-golfer Jesper Svensson has climbed the ranks to third place, showing remarkable consistency across 10 events, also with one win in the latest tournament, and collecting 1160.34 points. Adrian Meronk and Joaquin Niemann follow closely, occupying the fourth and fifth places, with 1023.4 and 966.73 points respectively, reflecting the fierce competition and global talent present within the DP World Tour’s elite.

How the DP World Tour Race to Dubai works

The Race to Dubai is the season ranking of the DP World Tour (former European Tour). The top 60 players in the Race to Dubai ranking are allowed to take part in the final play-off tournament of the former European Tour at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the DP World Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points awarded at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. For winning a DP World Tour tournament, the winner receives at least 460 points and a good 300,000 euros.

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FedExCup Leaders & England’s Finest in the Rankings

Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Rose and Tyrrell Hatton are the three English players in the Top 100 of the FedExCup ranking. (Photo: Getty)
Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Rose and Tyrrell Hatton are the three English players in the Top 100 of the FedExCup ranking. (Photo: Getty)

As the PGA Tour season progresses, the battles for points in the FedExCup ranking intensify with every tournament played. The current leader, American Scottie Scheffler, solidifies his position at the top with a large total of 2767 points, demonstrating consistent top performances over six events, including two victories. He is followed closely by other elite players in the top five who have also had stellar seasons so far. Among English golfers, three remarkably skilled players have made it into the top 100 of the FedExCup rankings, reflecting England’s significant presence on the PGA Tour.

FedExCup: Fleetwood, Rose and Hatton in Top 100

The intense competition in the PGA Tour continues to unfold with the English players demonstrating notable performances in the FedExCup race. Currently, Tommy Fleetwood occupies the 76th position with 217 points to his name. Second best English player is Justin Rose at 86 with 189 points. They are joined by another English standout, Tyrrell Hatton, who, despite his 93rd rank, is known for his ability to climb the leaderboard. All three players have had their share of top-finishes and will be looking to further cement their standings as the season advances.

Turning our attention to the peak performers of this season’s FedExCup ranking, Scottie Scheffler leads the pack with exceptional skill and unwavering focus, securing his number one spot. Among those in pursuit are Wyndham Clark, Hideki Matsuyama, Xander Schauffele, and Sahith Theegala, all within the top five and all hungry for that coveted top position. As the tournaments continue, each player’s strategy and determination will be put to the test, with points also contributing to their eligibility for the playoffs and ultimately, the FedExCup championship.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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FedExCup Leaders: Scheffler & Clark Dominate Rankings

Scottie Scheffler and Wyndham Clark dominate the FedEx Cup rankings. (Photos: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler and Wyndham Clark dominate the FedEx Cup rankings. (Photos: Getty)

With this week’s tournaments ending, all eyes are on the prestigious FedExCup leaderboard where points amassed at each tournament after making the cut contribute to a player’s standing. Scottie Scheffler, American powerhouse, leads the fray with a remarkable retention of his first-place standing, showcasing consistency across his seven charted events and amassing 2,707 points. His impressive performance includes six top ten finishes and two significant victories. Dominance is equally reflected by the substantial presence of American players, who occupy 59 spots in the top 100 rankings of the FedExCup list, underscoring the depth of talent the United States brings to the global field of golf.

US American dominance in the FedExCup

In addition to Scottie Scheffler’s dominant lead, three other US players follow in the top 5: Wyndham Clark, Xander Schauffele and Sahith Theegala. Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama is the only player between the Americans in third place. The top 10 includes another US player, Chris Kirk, in 8th place.

Peter Malnati made a big leap from 77th to 16th place with his victory at the Valspar Championship on the PGA Tour. Second-placed Cameron Young also climbed from 45th to 20th.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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Watch: European Tour highlights from round 4 of the Singapore Classic

Jesper Svensson celebrates his win at the Singapore Classic. (Photo: Getty)
Jesper Svensson celebrates his win at the Singapore Classic. (Photo: Getty)

The European Tour made its highly anticipated stop at the Singapore Classic this week. Players from around the globe made their way to the revered Laguna National Golf Resort Club in Singapore to compete in the penultimate round of this prestigious event.

At the end of this crucial round 4 on the European Tour, Jesper Svensson of Sweden and Kiradech Aphibarnrat of Thailand stood as leaders, sharing a total score of -17. The Swede then prevailed in the play-off and celebrated his first victory on the DP World Tour. The third spot on the leaderboard was claimed by England’s Sam Bairstow with a total score of -16. Following closely behind, in the fourth and fifth spots, were England’s Andy Sullivan and France’s Matthieu Pavon with total scores of -15 and -14 respectively.

On the topic of daily scores, here are the day’s top performances: Jesper Svensson (-9), Kiradech Aphibarnrat (-8), and David Ravetto of France with an impressive -8. The Singapore Classic is surely delivering high-caliber golf and the European Tour highlights so far do not disappoint.

The Singapore Classic is not just about championship points and leaderboard rankings. There’s also a significant financial stake. The gambling denominations stand at a notable prize money of $2,500,000.

For fans wanting to relive the excitement of the day’s action, the Singapore Classic highlights video compiles all the best moments from this round 4 of the tournament. As the tradition of golf tournaments stands, after four rounds, a winner is declared. Hence, the end of round 4 of the Singapore Classic might bring another memorable moment to the European Tour Highlights reel.

With such high stakes and a hotly contested leaderboard, the Singapore Classic’s finale promises to be a climactic addition to this year’s European Tour.

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Singapore Classic: The European Tour round 4 highlights

About the European Tour

The DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) is the largest European professional golf tour. With 45 events, the tour’s tournament calendar is packed with highlights. In addition to the majors, the DP World Tour organizes other co-sanctioned events with the PGA Tour. The European tour is also a guest in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, hosting at least one tournament in a total of 25 countries. The prize money on the DP World Tour is lower than on its American sister tour, but with the basic salary introduced in 2023, players who have played at least 15 tournaments will receive at least 150,000 dollars. The season finale of the overall earnings ranking, the “Race to Dubai“, will be held in a play-off format after five “Global Swings” and the “Back 9”. The final DP World Tour Championship will determine the winner of the season in Dubai in November.