Woodland Holds Narrow Lead Heading Into Final Round of Texas Children's Houston Open

Gary Woodland looks to secure his first PGA Tour win since the 2019 U.S. Open.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 10:09pm

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Gary Woodland will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Texas Children's Houston Open at Memorial Park Golf Course. Woodland held a three-shot lead to start the day but was challenged by Nicolai Hojgaard, who made a late charge to pull within one. Defending champion Min Woo Lee is also in contention at -12 overall.

Why it matters

Woodland is seeking his first PGA Tour victory since the 2019 U.S. Open, his most significant career win. He has been open about dealing with PTSD following brain surgery, making this potential win an inspiring comeback story.

The details

Woodland began the day with a three-shot lead but made an early bogey alongside Hojgaard on the first hole. Hojgaard then made four birdies on the front nine to put pressure on Woodland. While the rest of the lead pack, including defending champion Min Woo Lee, had decent rounds, they were unable to overtake Woodland and Hojgaard. Woodland made a birdie stretch on the back nine to maintain his lead, finishing the day at -18, one shot ahead of Hojgaard at -17.

  • The third round was played on March 28, 2026.
  • The final round will take place on March 29, 2026.

The players

Gary Woodland

A PGA Tour professional who is seeking his first win since the 2019 U.S. Open, his most notable career victory. Woodland has been open about dealing with PTSD following brain surgery.

Nicolai Hojgaard

A professional golfer who made a late charge in the third round, closing the gap to one shot behind Woodland heading into the final day.

Min Woo Lee

The defending champion of the Texas Children's Houston Open, currently sitting at -12 overall and in contention.

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What’s next

The final round of the Texas Children's Houston Open will take place on March 29, 2026 at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas.

The takeaway

Woodland's potential victory would be an inspiring comeback story, as he looks to secure his first PGA Tour win since his major triumph at the 2019 U.S. Open while also dealing with the challenges of PTSD following brain surgery. The final round promises an exciting conclusion to the tournament.