Mark Hubbard finished strongly with six birdies over his final eight holes to shoot a 7-under 65 and take a one-shot lead after the storm-delayed opening round of the Valero Texas Open. He pulled ahead of a group including Tony Finau, who shot 66 and is seeking a last chance to qualify for the Masters. Several players sit one or two shots back after low scoring in calm conditions at TPC San Antonio. Will Zalatoris impressed with eight birdies as he continues his comeback from back surgery, while Jordan Spieth struggled late and shot 71. Austin Smotherman, who welcomed his third daughter earlier in the week, made a hole-in-one and is two shots behind the lead.
Hubbard takes one-shot lead at Valero Texas Open
Published April 03, 2026
- Johan Markus