Min Woo Lee Makes a Strong Start in Houston After Sawgrass Setback
Min Woo Lee is back in action and making waves at the Texas Children's Houston Open, showing resilience after a tough finish at the Players Championship. The Australian golfer started strong, carding an impressive four-under 66, positioning himself well on the early leaderboard. It’s an encouraging sign for the 26-year-old, who is eager to put his struggles at TPC Sawgrass behind him and prove he can handle the pressure of being in contention.
Just a couple of weeks ago, Lee found himself in a prime position at the Players Championship, sharing the 36-hole lead with Akshay Bhatia. But the weekend didn’t go as planned. He stumbled with a six-over 78 on Saturday, watching his chances of victory slip away. Reflecting on that experience, Lee admitted he learned a valuable lesson about staying mentally present, especially when conditions get tough.
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Speaking after his Thursday round in Houston, Lee acknowledged the importance of managing expectations. "Yeah, I think especially at the Players on Saturday, it was windy, it was tough," he said. "Thursday and Friday I hit it unbelievable, but when the conditions changed, I probably got ahead of myself mentally. You don’t have to be perfect to play good golf."
And that’s exactly what he showcased in Houston. Even after making three bogeys early in his round, he bounced back with birdies, using his power off the tee and soft touch around the greens to keep himself in contention. Memorial Park suits his game well, with its long layout and manageable rough, making it the perfect place for Lee to regain his confidence before the Masters.
Originally, Lee planned to take a longer break before Augusta, but he reconsidered, wanting to maintain his competitive edge. "I was going to take three weeks off, but I wasn’t sure about my schedule after the Masters," he explained. "This course suits me, so I decided to play."
Despite the disappointment at Sawgrass, Lee's ability to put himself in contention in big events is undeniable. If he keeps this form going, he might soon have another shot at proving he can close the deal when it matters most. He tees off again on Friday at 2:25 p.m. ET alongside fellow Aussie Karl Villips and Farmers Insurance Open champion Harris English.
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