Final Masters Invite Up for Grabs at Valero Texas Open

PGA Tour's last stop before the Masters features one final spot up for grabs.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 12:06am

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The PGA Tour's Valero Texas Open this week at TPC San Antonio's Oaks Course is the final tournament before the 2026 Masters. While 93 players have already qualified for the Masters, one more spot is still up for grabs for the winner of the Valero Texas Open.

Why it matters

The Valero Texas Open is the last chance for players to earn an invite to the prestigious Masters tournament, one of golf's major championships. Securing a spot in the Masters field can be a career-defining achievement for many PGA Tour pros.

The details

The Valero Texas Open will be played at TPC San Antonio's Oaks Course, a challenging par-72 layout that has hosted this event since 2010. The tournament features a 156-player field, with the winner earning not only the tournament title but also an automatic invitation to the Masters.

  • The Valero Texas Open takes place April 3-6, 2026.
  • The 2026 Masters Tournament is scheduled for April 10-13, 2026.

The players

TPC San Antonio

The golf course that has hosted the Valero Texas Open since 2010, located in San Antonio, Texas.

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What’s next

The winner of the Valero Texas Open on April 6th will earn the final invite to the 2026 Masters Tournament, which begins on April 10th.

The takeaway

This week's Valero Texas Open represents the last chance for PGA Tour players to punch their ticket to the prestigious Masters Tournament, one of golf's major championships. The tournament winner will join the 93 players who have already qualified, making this event a high-stakes opportunity for those still seeking a Masters invite.