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2026 Houston Open: Scheffler Favored, Koepka Returns

3/24/2026

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Scheffler Leads Houston Open

The 2026 Houston Open begins Thursday at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas.
Scottie Scheffler is the favorite at +320 for this event.
Min Woo Lee is the defending champion at +1500 odds.
Brooks Koepka returns from LIV Golf this week.
The SportsLine model has simulated the event 10,000 times.

Summary

Schauffele, Morikawa Compete

The 2026 Masters Tournament begins April 9, 2026, with Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, and Brooks Koepka vying for their third major title.
Scottie Scheffler is the favorite at +480.
Rory McIlroy is at +1000.
Morikawa, a longshot at +2700, has shown consistency at Augusta with multiple top finishes.
The SportsLine model predicts surprises, including Schauffele's potential underperformance and Morikawa's strong showing.

History

Historical Context

The Masters Tournament, inaugurated in 1934 at Augusta National Golf Club, was co-founded by Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts. Horton Smith won the first event, which featured over 90 participants. This prestigious tournament has evolved into a key fixture in professional golf, influencing player careers and fan engagement, while showcasing top talents like Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka.

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Scheffler Leads Houston Open

The 2026 Houston Open begins Thursday at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas.
Scottie Scheffler is the favorite at +320 for this event.
Min Woo Lee is the defending champion at +1500 odds.
Brooks Koepka returns from LIV Golf this week.
The SportsLine model has simulated the event 10,000 times.

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