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The Valero Texas Open celebrated this storied tournament in April with a suspenseful play-off between Akshay Bhatia and Denny McCarthy, marking the first playoff to take place at the Valero Texas Open since moving to TPC San Antonio in 2010 (16th overall at the Valero Texas Open). With a birdie-4 on the first playoff hole (No. 18), Bhatia defeated McCarthy to win the Valero Texas Open. At the end of a great week and exciting competition, it was Wake Forest, NC resident Akshay Bhatia picked up his second PGA TOUR victory in his 54th start at the age of 22 years, 2 months, 7 days; both wins have come in playoffs (2023 Barracuda Championship, 2024 Valero Texas Open).
Thanks to the generosity of the community, this year's Valero Texas Open, along with the Valero Benefit for Children, raised a record-breaking $24 million, bringing the grand total to $256 million in charitable giving.
The Valero Texas Open raised charitable dollars through a variety of programs including its pro-am golf tournaments, corporate sponsorships, ticket & concession sales, the Champions fore Charity program in which nonprofit organizations solicit donations with a match from tournament proceeds.
Funds were also raised through the Benefit for Children - a fundraising event in which participants enjoyed golf outings across 9 of San Antonio's premiere golf courses or a sporting clays competition, all of which was held the Monday following the Valero Texas Open.
None of this, however, would have been possible if it were not for the steadfast support of our corporate partners, volunteers, fans and spectators, and the greater San Antonio community. On behalf of the Valero Texas Open and Valero Energy Foundation, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation for your support and the role you played in making this year's Valero Texas Open an extraordinary success.
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| | Hole-In-One at Valero Texas Open | |
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During Round 1 on Thursday, April 4 in the afternoon, 2021 Valero Texas Open champion, Jordan Spieth, made a memorable hole-in-one on hole 16. Affectionately called the “avocado hole” for the iconic bunker in the middle of the green which is nestled and wrapped around by hospitality venues, the roaring of crowds and fans cheering erupted breaking the silence as Spieth sunk his ball and claimed the first and only hole-in-one this year on hole 16.
The excitement was electric as fans continued to cheer, share social posts, and high-five one another. But the representatives from North Park Lexus San Antonio and Dominion, Elizabeth Cox and Kaitlin Kerns, who were watching from inside the Lexus Cabana hospitality venue, were already busy making plans to celebrate such a memorable achievement.
Jordan Spieth went on to finish out his round with newfound joy and excitement, unaware of what was in store for him. The following morning, as Spieth was warming up for Round 2, he was greeted by Executive Director, Larson Segerdahl and congratulated on his hole-in-one. While swapping stories about the experience, Segerdahl said that the team at North Park Lexus San Antonio and Dominion was excited to greet him at the conclusion of Round 2 by presenting him with his all-new Lexus as part of the hole-in-one promo exclusively held on hole 16. Spieth was unaware and completely shocked by the exciting news. During the presentation on Friday afternoon, Spieth commented that "I’ve made a few [hole-in-ones] on TOUR, and it's never been for a car!"
 | | Relive Jordan Spieth's ace on 16 during tournament week that won him a brand-new Lexus TX. |
 | | It is fitting that the Lexus TX compliment of North Park Lexus San Antonio & Dominion was won by a fellow Texan! |
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| | Get Your VTO Swag | |
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Did you miss attending this year’s tournament but tuned in to watch the Valero Texas Open? Here’s your chance to get your VTO merchandise & swag!
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| | Save the Date: 2025 Valero Texas Open | |
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