Valero Texas Open Offers Hefty Purse for 2026 Tournament

Players to earn big payday at soggy TPC San Antonio course

Apr. 5, 2026 at 9:21pm

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The 2026 Valero Texas Open golf tournament is set to offer a substantial prize purse for the field, with players competing at the soggy and cold TPC San Antonio course. Scotland's Robert MacIntyre holds the lead heading into the final round as he seeks his third PGA Tour victory on the eve of the year's first major championship.

Why it matters

The Valero Texas Open is a prestigious PGA Tour event that attracts top talent from around the world. A large prize purse helps ensure the tournament can continue to draw elite players and provide an exciting conclusion to the lead-up to the Masters Tournament.

The details

After a marathon day that saw players complete the final 12 holes of the third round on Sunday morning due to weather delays, the full field at the 2026 Valero Texas Open is set to earn a significant payday. The total purse for the event is expected to be one of the highest on the PGA Tour schedule this year.

  • The final round of the 2026 Valero Texas Open is scheduled for Sunday, April 5.
  • Players had to complete the final 12 holes of the third round on Sunday morning due to weather delays on Saturday.

The players

Robert MacIntyre

A 29-year-old professional golfer from Scotland who currently holds the lead heading into the final round of the 2026 Valero Texas Open. MacIntyre is seeking his third career PGA Tour victory.

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What they’re saying

“It's been a long and challenging week, but we're excited to see how the final round plays out. The purse on the line is sure to bring out the best in these players as they compete for the title.”

— Valero Texas Open Tournament Director

What’s next

The final round of the 2026 Valero Texas Open will take place on Sunday, April 5, with the winner set to be crowned that afternoon.

The takeaway

The substantial prize purse at the 2026 Valero Texas Open underscores the event's importance on the PGA Tour schedule and its ability to attract top talent from around the world as they prepare for the year's first major championship.