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5 Golfers Have Now Withdrawn From Valero Texas Open

5 Golfers Have Now Withdrawn From Valero Texas Open

Summary

Five golfers have withdrawn from the Valero Texas Open golf tournament, including Gary Woodland and Daniel Berger. Each golfer's withdrawal allowed new players to enter the event just before the Masters tournament begins next week.

Key Facts

  • Gary Woodland withdrew after winning the Texas Children's Houston Open, securing a spot in the Masters.
  • Pierceson Coody, Nicolai Hojgaard, and Matti Schmid also withdrew, letting Taylor Moore, Joel Dahmen, and Sam Ryder in.
  • Daniel Berger became the fifth golfer to withdraw, allowing Lanto Griffin to join the tournament.
  • The Valero Texas Open is the last PGA Tour event before the Masters.
  • Brian Harman won the Valero Texas Open in 2025, the second straight win for a left-handed golfer.
  • Tommy Fleetwood was favored to win the tournament entering the weekend.

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