Robert MacIntyre has a four-shot lead at the 2026 Texas Open, with four birdies in his last five holes giving him an 8-under 64 and a score of 14-under 130. This is part of MacIntry's strategy to prepare for the Masters, where he added the Valero Texas Open this year to be sharp for the upcoming tournament. His performance was particularly strong against Ryder Cup teammate Ludvig Aberg's 67, which included a wedge from 120 yards for an eagle on the par-4 sixth. Tony Finau, who hasn't missed the Masters since 2017, was one shot out of the lead when he had three bogeys in six holes at the start. Mark Hubbard, who led after 18 holes with a 65, followed his 77 to fall 12 shots behind.