Sam Ryder's Stellar 21-Putt Performance Propels Him to Lead at Texas Open
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Sam Ryder overcame neck concerns to lead the Valero Texas Open with a remarkable 9-under 63, featuring only 21 putts. His performance included a strong finish with birdies on the last three holes, positioning him one stroke ahead of Keith Mitchell, who scored a 64. The tournament, the last before the Masters, also saw notable performances from Brian Harman and Jordan Spieth, while Max Homa struggled and announced a change in his caddie.
Key Points
Sam Ryder led the Texas Open with a 9-under 63, despite initial concerns about his neck.
Ryder's round included only 21 putts, with 11 one-putts in his last 12 holes.
Keith Mitchell scored a 64, highlighted by an eagle on the eighth hole.
Brian Harman and Jordan Spieth also performed well, scoring 66 and 67 respectively.
Max Homa struggled and announced parting ways with his caddie Joe Greiner.
The Texas Open is the final tournament before the Masters, offering a chance for players to qualify.
