J.J. Spaun Clinches Second Valero Texas Open Title

SAN ANTONIO — After a weather‑delayed third round, 35‑year‑old J.J. Spaun surged back into contention on Sunday’s wet final day. He opened the round with a bogey‑free 66‑par on the back nine, four‑under and six‑under for the day, then added a birdie and a dramatic eagle on the drivable par‑4 17th to finish at 5‑under 67.

The eagle proved decisive, giving Spaun a one‑stroke lead over Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre, who missed a birdie putt on the 18th. Spaun’s victory marks his first win since capturing the U.S. Open and earns him 500 FedExCup points and a $1.76 million purse.

The win also secures his spot at the Masters, echoing his breakthrough at the same venue four years ago. Spaun’s steady play on a “rugged” The Oaks Course, highlighted by a flawless back‑nine performance, underscored a comeback after missing cuts in four of his last seven events.

With the title, Spaun adds a second Valero Texas Open to his résumé and a third PGA Tour victory overall.