Texas and Arizona, March 24, 2026
The PGA Tour has launched its Texas swing with the Houston Open, an essential preparation for the Masters, while the LPGA Tour is currently hosting the Ford Championship in Phoenix, Arizona. Notably, golfer Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from the Houston Open due to the impending arrival of his baby, making headlines in the golfing community. This combination of events marks a pivotal moment in the current golf season across the United States.
Phoenix, Arizona / Houston, Texas
PGA Tour Begins Texas Swing, LPGA Stays West in Arizona
The PGA Tour has commenced its initial “two-step Texas swing” which serves as a crucial lead-up to the Masters tournament. Concurrently, the LPGA Tour remains in the western United States, with its current event taking place in Phoenix, Arizona. A significant development on the PGA Tour front is the withdrawal of top golfer Scottie Scheffler from the Houston Open due to the impending arrival of his baby.
PGA Tour Events in Texas
The PGA Tour’s “two-step Texas swing” includes the Houston Open, from which Scottie Scheffler withdrew. Following this, the tour will proceed to the Valero Texas Open next week. This series of tournaments provides golfers with opportunities to prepare for the upcoming Masters.
LPGA Tour in Arizona
The LPGA Tour is currently hosting the Ford Championship in Phoenix, Arizona. The tournament is being held at the Whirlwind Golf Club on the Cattail course, which measures 6,675 yards. The course is a par 72.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the current PGA Tour schedule?
- The PGA Tour has started its “two-step Texas swing” leading into the Masters.
- Which PGA Tour events are part of the Texas swing?
- The Texas swing includes the Houston Open and will proceed to the Valero Texas Open next week.
- Why did Scottie Scheffler withdraw from the Houston Open?
- Scottie Scheffler withdrew from the Houston Open due to the impending arrival of his baby.
- Where is the LPGA Tour currently playing?
- The LPGA Tour is currently playing the Ford Championship in Phoenix, Arizona.
- What is the course information for the LPGA Ford Championship?
- The LPGA Ford Championship is being held at the Whirlwind Golf Club (Cattail) course, which has a yardage of 6,675 and is a par 72.
Key Features of Current Golf Events
| Feature | PGA Tour (Texas Swing) | LPGA Tour (Arizona) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Context | First two-step swing before the Masters. | Stays west in Arizona. |
| Current Event | Houston Open. | Ford Championship. |
| Next Event | Valero Texas Open (next week). | Not mentioned in snippets. |
| Location | Texas. | Phoenix, Arizona. |
| Course | Not explicitly stated for Houston Open in snippets. | Whirlwind GC (Cattail). |
| Yardage | Not mentioned in snippets. | 6,675. |
| Par | Not mentioned in snippets. | 72. |
| Notable News | Scottie Scheffler withdrew due to baby on the way. | None mentioned in snippets. |
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