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The Valero Texas Open, originally known as the Texas Open, first took place in 1922 at Brackenridge Park Golf Course. Over the years, the event has undergone multiple changes in name and schedule but it has consistently been held in the San Antonio area. This tournament holds the distinction of being the third-oldest PGA Tour event and the sixth-oldest overall. In 2002, the Valero Foundation became the official title sponsor, and the tournament has since led the PGA Tour in charitable fundraising. In 2010, the event moved to the Oaks Course at TPC San Antonio.

The 2025 Valero Texas Open is set to be held from April 3rd to 6th at this course in San Antonio, Texas. The competition will be a 72-par stroke play event featuring 144 golfers vying for a $9.5 million prize pool. The winner will take home $1.71 million and earn 500 FedEx Cup points. The tournament will be broadcast live on the Golf Channel and NBC Sports.

The event will have comprehensive live coverage on Golf Channel and NBC. On Thursday, April 3, live coverage for Round 1 will be available from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT on Golf Channel, followed by a replay from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. CT. Round 2 on Friday, April 4, will have live coverage from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, also on Golf Channel, with a replay airing from 11:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. CT. Round 3 on Saturday, April 5, will begin with Golf Channel covering the action from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. CT, then NBC will take over from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. CT.

A late-night replay on Golf Channel will run from 12:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. CT. Finally, the final round on Sunday, April 6, will have live coverage on Golf Channel from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. CT, followed by NBC from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. CT. A late-night replay of the final round will be shown from 12:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. CT, ensuring fans can enjoy every moment of the action throughout the tournament.

That’s not all for the excitement at the Valero Texas Open. The Valero Texas Open isn’t just about golf—it’s also a chance to tip the hat to the brave folks serving the country.

Valero Texas Open’s age-old tradition

This event’s got a tradition of shining a light on “Military City, USA,” and it’s sticking to that with a special night dedicated to the heroes keeping freedom alive. Mark the calendar for Friday, April 4, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. That’s when the Night to Honor Our Heroes, presented by USAA, goes down at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa. It’s a big deal—active military, wounded warriors, and corporate supporters all coming together to say thanks for the sacrifices made. Picture this: a cool lineup of rare military artifacts on display, giving everyone a real feel for the armed forces’ history.

Then there’s the lineup of speakers—big names sharing stories that hit hard, showing what courage and grit really look like. It’s the kind of thing that sticks with you. The night’s also a chance to rub elbows with military and business heavyweights from the area. By the end, it’s hard not to walk away feeling a little more proud, a little more patriotic, and a lot more grateful for what these heroes do. So, don’t sleep on this one. April 4 is the date to circle—it’s a night to reflect, get inspired, and stand together for something that matters.

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Aheli Chakraborty is a Golf Writer at EssentiallySports. Armed with a Bachelor’s Degree in Literature, Aheli has actively covered many big events in the sport, including The Masters. She specializes in covering up-and-coming athletes like Charlie Woods and Ludvig Aberg, and she is always looking to answer her readers' most-asked questions through her writing! Aheli is also a bodybuilding fanatic and has contributed many niche pieces for ES' fitness coverage. Moreover, not only can she write about lifting and golf, but she can also lift and swing a club like many of the athletes she writes about.

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