Valero Texas Open Second Round Underway

Follow live leaderboard updates, highlights, and more from Friday's action at TPC San Antonio.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:03pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fractured, multi-angled view of a golf tournament scene, with players and the course rendered in sharp, overlapping planes of color.The Valero Texas Open's second round promises an intense battle as players vie for the championship trophy and a lucrative payday.San Antonio Today

The second round of the 2026 Valero Texas Open is underway at TPC San Antonio's Oaks Course. Mark Hubbard leads after an opening-round 65, with a host of big names like Tony Finau, Tommy Fleetwood, and Will Zalatoris in close pursuit. The winner will take home $1.764 million and 500 FedEx Cup points.

Why it matters

The Valero Texas Open is a longstanding PGA Tour event that attracts a strong field each year. With a $9.8 million purse and a spot in the FedEx Cup playoffs on the line, players are eager to contend for the title and the lucrative payout.

The details

Play was delayed by 90 minutes on Thursday due to rain, but the first round was completed by day's end. Mark Hubbard holds the lead after an opening 7-under 65. Several top players, including Tony Finau, Tommy Fleetwood, and Will Zalatoris, are within a few shots of the lead and looking to make a move in the second round.

  • The second round of the 2026 Valero Texas Open began on Friday, April 3, 2026.
  • The first round was delayed by 90 minutes on Thursday, April 2, 2026 due to rain.

The players

Mark Hubbard

The first-round leader after shooting a 7-under 65 on Thursday.

Tony Finau

A top player in the field who is within a few shots of the lead after the opening round.

Tommy Fleetwood

Another high-profile player in contention after the first round at TPC San Antonio.

Will Zalatoris

A rising star on the PGA Tour who is in the mix after the first 18 holes.

Brian Harman

The defending champion who is back to try and repeat his 2025 victory.

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What they’re saying

“The Valero Texas Open is always a great test and I'm excited to be in the mix heading into the weekend.”

— Tony Finau, PGA Tour Player

“It was a bit of a slow start with the rain delay, but I'm pleased to be atop the leaderboard after the first round.”

— Mark Hubbard, PGA Tour Player

What’s next

Players will look to make a move in the second round on Friday, with the goal of positioning themselves for a run at the title over the weekend.

The takeaway

The Valero Texas Open continues to be a must-see event on the PGA Tour schedule, with a strong field competing for a lucrative purse and valuable FedEx Cup points. The leaderboard is crowded at the top, setting the stage for an exciting finish at TPC San Antonio.