World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler has pulled out of the Texas Children’s Houston Open to focus on Masters preparation at Augusta.
Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from the PGA Tour‘s Texas Children’s Houston Open, according to reports citing family reasons. The world’s top-ranked golfer had previously committed to the event but decided to step back from the competition.
The withdrawal means Scheffler will not compete in the Houston event, scheduled for March 26–29, 2026. Instead, the world No. 1 will redirect his focus entirely toward preparation for the Masters Tournament at Augusta National, which takes place April 9–12.
Masters Preparation Takes Priority
The decision to withdraw from Houston represents a shift in Scheffler‘s pre-Masters schedule. Rather than using the Texas event as a final tuning opportunity, the world’s leading player will now have additional preparation time at Augusta, one of golf’s most prestigious venues.
Houston traditionally serves as an important warm-up event for top players heading into major championships. However, family commitments have taken precedence for Scheffler, who cited personal reasons for his withdrawal rather than any physical or performance-related concerns.
With approximately two weeks until the Masters, Scheffler‘s decision to step back from tournament competition suggests he has other priorities to attend to before returning to competitive play at Augusta National.
The withdrawal does not affect his status in the Masters field, as the tournament’s invite list has already been finalized well in advance.
Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from the Houston Open. Though the PGA Tour didn't provide a reason, have confirmed that it's not injury-related but rather the Schefflers are set to welcome their second child.
Great news for the world No. 1 ahead of the Masters in two weeks. pic.twitter.com/HkQf0FxVLp
— Brentley Romine (@BrentleyGC) March 24, 2026
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