Taylor Pendrith in Hot Pursuit of Scottie Scheffler at Texas Children's Houston Open
As we head into the weekend at the Texas Children's Houston Open, all eyes are on Canada's Taylor Pendrith, who is making an impressive charge up the leaderboard. Sitting at 10-under after 36 holes, Pendrith trails only Scottie Scheffler, the current world No. 1, who holds the clubhouse lead at 11-under. With both players showcasing top-tier performances, this tournament is setting up for an exciting finish.
Pendrith, a 33-year-old from Richmond Hill, Ontario, has been in stellar form. After carding a solid 5-under on Friday—mirroring his score from Thursday—he finds himself in prime position to contend for his second career PGA Tour victory. His round included five birdies, with the only blemish being a bogey on the par-4 10th hole. Fellow Canadian Adam Svensson is also making waves, sitting at 5-under through two rounds, while Nick Taylor and Ben Silverman are projected to miss the cut at even par.
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Scottie Scheffler, on the other hand, continues to prove why he is one of the most dominant players in golf today. His second-round 8-under 64 was a masterclass in precision and control, propelling him to the top of the leaderboard. With a bogey-free round, Scheffler demonstrated his ability to thrive under challenging conditions. Rain and swirling winds at Memorial Park Golf Course made for a tricky day, but the Texan remained unfazed, maintaining his steady, composed play.
This week is crucial for Pendrith, who is looking to build on a recent 38th-place finish at The Players Championship after missing two consecutive cuts. Currently ranked 45th in the World Golf Rankings, he is eager to gain momentum as the Masters approaches next month. A win here in Houston would be a significant confidence boost heading into the season’s first major.
The competition remains fierce, with several players lurking just behind the leaders. Jackson Suber, who sits at 8-under, is among those looking to close the gap, while a cluster of players at 7-under, including Keith Mitchell, Rasmus Højgaard, and Gary Woodland, are well within striking distance.
With two rounds to go, the Texas Children's Houston Open is shaping up to be a thrilling showdown. Will Pendrith be able to catch Scheffler and secure a second career win? Or will the world No. 1 continue his dominance and claim another title? Stay tuned for more action as the weekend unfolds!
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