'Live in the toilet': Masters contender battles more than just Augusta
Masters contender Haotong Li battled Augusta National and his stomach during the second round. “Live in the toilet,” he said.
golf.comHaotong Li has been in the news for battling a stomach illness during The Masters, including a night reportedly spent in the bathroom, yet he still contended and posted competitive rounds in early April 2026. The coverage highlights his struggle and resilience rather than a definitive win.
Key points from recent coverage:
- Li Li Haotong endured a serious stomach issue around the tournament start, with reports describing him as “lived in the toilet” the night before rounds, yet he remained in contention through the event.[1][3]
- He managed to post solid rounds despite the illness, with some outlets noting a sub-70 score that kept him near the leaders in the middle rounds.[2][3]
- After rounds on Friday, several outlets framed his performance as a notable comeback given the health challenge, even as others discussed the risk he faced about withdrawing in extreme conditions.[4][1]
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