Golfer Neal Shipley Misses 4th Straight Cut

Shipley's struggles continue as he fails to make the weekend at the Texas Children's Houston Open.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 11:03pm

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Professional golfer Neal Shipley missed the cut at the Texas Children's Houston Open, marking his fourth consecutive missed cut on the PGA Tour. Shipley shot an even-par score over the two tournament rounds, falling just short of making the weekend play.

Why it matters

Shipley's recent struggles have raised concerns about his form and ability to compete at the highest level of professional golf. Missed cuts can significantly impact a player's earnings, FedEx Cup standings, and ability to qualify for major tournaments.

The details

Shipley carded rounds of 70 and 72 at the Texas Children's Houston Open, leaving him two strokes shy of making the cut. This marks the fourth straight tournament where Shipley has failed to advance past the 36-hole mark, a concerning trend for the veteran player.

  • Shipley missed the cut at the Texas Children's Houston Open on April 19, 2026.

The players

Neal Shipley

A professional golfer who has competed on the PGA Tour for over a decade.

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What’s next

Shipley will look to end his missed cut streak at the upcoming Wells Fargo Championship in two weeks.

The takeaway

Shipley's recent struggles highlight the competitive nature of professional golf, where even experienced players can go through extended periods of poor form. He will need to make adjustments to his game in order to regain his previous level of success on the PGA Tour.