Scottie Scheffler withdraws ahead of Houston Open for birth of second child
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Key Points:
- Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from the Texas Children’s Houston Open due to the imminent birth of his second child, not because of injury.
- The timing of Scheffler’s withdrawal is ahead of the Masters Tournament, which starts in two weeks, allowing him to focus on family.
- Scheffler, a two-time Masters champion, recently finished tied for 22nd at The Players Championship and has a strong recent record, including winning the RBC Heritage.
- Matt Kuchar has replaced Scheffler in the Houston Open field, with Justin Lower becoming the first alternate.
- Scheffler’s withdrawal marks the seventh withdrawal from the Houston Open since Sunday.
