The Texas Children’s Houston Open will be the next stop for PGA Tour golfers, and things are looking spicy for this tournament. This year’s Houston Open will be hosted by the Memorial Golf Course and will feature a field of 135 golfers competing for a total prize pool of $9.9 million. The tournament is highly anticipated by fans, and this article lists five probable golfers who could perform well or even win the tournament.
5 Expert Picks for the 2026 Texas Children’s Houston Open
#5 Marco Penge
Since last week, Marco Penge has been picking up some rhythm on the golf course. Despite shooting 7 over par and missing the cut at the 2026 Players Championship, Penge remains on the list of golfers who pose a threat in any tournament. Last week, at the Valspar Championship, he showed his promise once more by shooting 8 under par and finished tied for fourth place, only three strokes behind the eventual winner.
The 2026 Texas Children’s Houston Open will require driving metrics, which Penge frequently leads in many competitions, making him a strong contender for a big win.
#4 Nicolai Højgaard
Nicolai Højgaard has had a mixed 2026 season, but is still aiming for a significant breakthrough win this season. The golfer is undeniably one of the best in the world and now ranks 47th in the Official World Golf Rankings, qualifying him for the 2026 Masters. The 2026 Texas Children’s Houston Open provides an excellent opportunity for Højgaard to improve his shots and even win before the first major of the season.
#3 Chris Gotterup
Chris Gotterup is the only PGA Tour golfer to have won twice in the 2026 season. The golfer has been in top form, winning both the Sony Hawaii Open and the WM Phoenix Open. Gotterup is unquestionably one of the top contenders at the Memorial Golf Course, and predictions suggest that he could potentially place in the top five. Gotterup’s campaign will be interesting because if he wins, it will be his third win in only eight starts this season.
#2 Min Woo Lee
Min Woo Lee, the underdog and defending champion, cannot be ruled out just because of his inconsistent form. While Lee has been inconsistent in recent campaigns, he still has the potential to improve his form and win the tournament he won last season. The golfer has previously had high finishes in tournaments such as the Arnold Palmer Invitational (T6) and the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am (T2).
#1 Brooks Koepka
Brooks Koepka, who stunned the world with his PGA Tour jump earlier this season, has a chance to win big at the upcoming Texas Children’s Houston Open. The golfer has only competed in five tournaments and is still working on regaining his rhythm. The Memorial Golf Course could be ideal for this because Koepka brings a wealth of experience to the table.
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