Haotong Li’s Betting Analysis for the Masters Tournament
Haotong Li returns to major championship talk after a run of strong finishes and mixed results. He has not played the Masters Tournament in five years and will tee off at Augusta National from April 9 to 12, 2026.
Li was photographed hitting from the 14th tee during the second round of the Texas Children’s Houston Open on March 27, 2026. The image was captured at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas.
Recent form
Li has recorded one top-10 in his last 10 starts. His best recent week was a tie for eighth at The American Express, where he finished 21-under.
| Date | Tournament | Result | Round scores |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 5, 2026 | Valero Texas Open | MC | 72, 72 |
| Mar 29, 2026 | Texas Children’s Houston Open | MC | 70, 70 |
| Mar 15, 2026 | THE PLAYERS Championship | MC | 74, 74 |
| Mar 8, 2026 | Arnold Palmer Invitational | MC | 77, 70 |
| Mar 1, 2026 | Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches | T3 | 71, 71, 69, 67 |
| Feb 8, 2026 | WM Phoenix Open | MC | 71, 74 |
| Feb 1, 2026 | Farmers Insurance Open | T11 | 69, 68, 69, 70 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | The American Express | T8 | 68, 67, 64, 68 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Sony Open in Hawaii | T55 | 66, 73, 69, 69 |
| Jul 27, 2025 | 3M Open | MC | 70, 68 |
Statistics and analytics
- Season SG: Off-the-Tee 0.450, ranked 28th on TOUR.
- Driving Distance 305.3 yards, ranked 66th.
- Season SG: Approach 0.293, ranked 48th.
- Greens in Regulation 70.09%, ranked 17th.
- Season SG: Putting -0.247, ranked 118th.
- Putts per Round 29.42, ranked 146th.
- Percentage of rounds breaking par 22.44%, ranked 72nd.
- FedExCup Regular Season points 162, ranked 85th.
Last five starts (Strokes Gained)
- Off-the-Tee average: 0.151.
- Approach the Green average: -0.019.
- Total Strokes Gained average: -0.240.
Strengths and concerns
Li’s driving and approach numbers have been reliable this season. Those metrics suit Augusta National’s emphasis on tee-to-green play.
Putting remains the primary concern. His negative SG: Putting figure lowers his upside on fast, undulating greens.
Betting outlook
Haotong Li’s betting analysis should weigh his strong off-the-tee and approach metrics against poor putting. His ability to reach and hit greens gives him upside on scoring holes.
Recent missed cuts and a negative total SG over the last five starts temper expectations. Bettors should factor course setup, weather, and pairing strength.
Rory McIlroy won the Masters in 2025, finishing at 11-under. That result illustrates how scoring and course conditions matter at Augusta.
Filmogaz.com notes all statistics are current as of the start of the Masters Tournament. Data were drawn from PGA TOUR ShotLink records.
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