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Ian Poulter fighting for PGA Tour future at Valero Texas open

By Ali Stafford

Wednesday 19 April 2017 18:32, UK

PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL - FEBRUARY 24: Ian Poulter of England looks on during the second round of The Honda Classic at PGA National Resort and Spa on Febru

Ian Poulter’s PGA Tour future is on the line as he battles to retain his full playing privileges at this week’s Valero Texas Open.

Poulter missed several months of last season with a foot injury and has been playing under a medical extension during the early part of this campaign.

The Englishman was well-placed to challenge for a first win since 2012 during the final of last week's RBC Heritage, only to end in a tie for 11th and five strokes short of eventual winner Wesley Bryan.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC - APRIL 15: Ian Poulter of England hits a tee shot on the third hole during the third round of the 2017 RBC Heritage at Harbour Tow
Image: Poulter has been a member of the PGA Tour since 2005

A disappointing two-over 73 on Sunday at Hilton Head means Poulter heads to TPC San Antonio for his 10th and final start of the exemption still needing $30,624 to keep his card.

Poulter was frustrated by his final round in South Carolina, with the five-time Ryder Cup star now requiring, roughly, a top-30 finish to maintain his playing rights.

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Anything less would see him lose his full PGA Tour card and rely on sponsor's invitations for the remainder of the season.

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