JJ Spaun Wins Valero Texas Open with Late Surge

The reigning US Open champion rallied from two strokes back to claim victory.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 12:15am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the final holes of a golf tournament, with overlapping geometric shapes representing the fairways, sand traps, and swinging golf clubs, conceptually illustrating the dramatic conclusion of the event.JJ Spaun's late surge and clutch eagle propel him to victory at the Valero Texas Open.San Antonio Today

JJ Spaun, the reigning US Open champion, overcame a two-stroke deficit to Bob MacIntyre and snatched victory at the Valero Texas Open with a clutch eagle on the 71st hole, winning by a single stroke.

Why it matters

Spaun's come-from-behind win at the prestigious Texas Open marks his second PGA Tour victory and further cements his status as one of the rising stars on the men's professional golf circuit.

The details

Spaun started the final round two shots behind MacIntyre, the 54-hole leader. But the 29-year-old American made a late charge, carding birdies on the 14th and 16th holes before an eagle on the par-5 71st hole to take the lead. MacIntyre was unable to respond, finishing one stroke back.

  • The final round of the Valero Texas Open was played on April 6, 2026.
  • Spaun's clutch eagle came on the 71st hole of the tournament.

The players

JJ Spaun

The 29-year-old American golfer is the reigning US Open champion and now a two-time winner on the PGA Tour.

Bob MacIntyre

The Scottish golfer held the 54-hole lead at the Valero Texas Open but was unable to hold off Spaun's late charge.

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What they’re saying

“I just tried to stay patient and keep grinding. When I saw that eagle putt go in on 17, I knew I had a real chance to win it.”

— JJ Spaun

What’s next

Spaun will look to build on this victory and contend for more major championships, starting with the PGA Championship in May.

The takeaway

Spaun's dramatic come-from-behind win at the Texas Open showcases his resilience and clutch play under pressure, further establishing him as one of the top young talents on the PGA Tour.