J.J. Spaun Wins Texas Open for First Title Since 2016 U.S. Open

The golfer rallied with two clutch shots to claim victory in the rain-delayed tournament.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 4:10am

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J.J. Spaun, a professional golfer, won the Texas Open on Sunday after a rain-delayed final round. This marks Spaun's first tournament victory since his surprise win at the 2016 U.S. Open at Oakmont. Spaun made two key shots down the stretch to secure the win in the extended tournament.

Why it matters

Spaun's victory at the Texas Open is a significant career milestone, as it represents his first PGA Tour win since his breakout performance at the 2016 U.S. Open. This win could help propel Spaun back into the upper echelon of professional golf and set him up for more success in the coming seasons.

The details

Spaun entered the final round of the Texas Open trailing the leader by two strokes. However, he made a clutch birdie putt on the 17th hole to tie for the lead, and then sank another birdie on the 18th hole to clinch the victory. The final round was delayed by several hours due to inclement weather, making Spaun's comeback even more impressive.

  • The final round of the Texas Open was played on Sunday, April 6, 2026.
  • Spaun's previous PGA Tour victory was at the 2016 U.S. Open at Oakmont.

The players

J.J. Spaun

A professional golfer who won the 2016 U.S. Open at Oakmont and the 2026 Texas Open.

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What they’re saying

“This win means so much to me. I've been working hard to get back to this level, and I'm thrilled to finally break through again.”

— J.J. Spaun, Professional Golfer

What’s next

Spaun will look to build on this victory and qualify for the upcoming major championships later this year.

The takeaway

Spaun's comeback win at the Texas Open shows that he still has the talent and determination to compete at the highest level of professional golf, even after his surprise U.S. Open triumph a decade earlier.