Sahith Theegala maintained his strong performance at the Houston Open PGA Tour event by shooting a 3-under 67 in the second round, holding onto the 11th spot at 6-under par. Another Indian-origin golfer, Sudarshan Yellamaraju, also impressed, moving up to tied 20th place with a score of 5-under after rounds of 69 and 66.
Former U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland took the lead with a remarkable 7-under 63 in the second round, reaching a total of 12-under par. Woodland’s round included eight birdies and just one bogey, showcasing his skill.
Gary Woodland, a four-time PGA TOUR winner, has made a remarkable comeback after a surgery to remove a brain lesion in September 2023. He surged into the lead with an impressive performance at the Houston Open, displaying his resilience and talent on the course.
Overnight leader Paul Waring slipped down the leaderboard with a 1-over 71, now tied with Sahith Theegala in 11th place. Theegala had a solid round, bouncing back from a bogey with birdies on the back nine to finish with a 67.
Sudarshan Yellamaraju, on the other hand, showed great improvement with a bogey-free 4-under 66, climbing up the rankings. His consistent play and birdies in crucial moments reflect his growing potential in the tournament.
Denmark’s Nicolai Højgaard and Jackson Suber are tied for second place at 10-under par, trailing Woodland by three shots. Højgaard’s exceptional 8-under 62 round, featuring a mix of birdies and an eagle, propelled him up the leaderboard, while Suber’s flawless 7-under 63 showcased his skill and determination.
