Robert MacIntyre seized control of the Valero Texas Open with a brilliant second-round 64, establishing a commanding four-shot lead. The Scot's eagle on the 14th followed by birdies on four of his final five holes pushed his 36-hole total to 130, the lowest score recorded since the tournament moved courses in 2010.

Ludvig Aberg jumped into second place after a 67 that featured an eagle on the sixth, while Tommy Fleetwood trails by seven shots. Overnight leader Mark Hubbard saw his hopes fade with a disappointing 77, including four bogeys in his last five holes. Alex Smalley gained twelve positions with a five-birdie 68.

MacIntyre's timing couldn't be better with The Masters beginning in less than a week. The world No. 11 mentioned his exceptional iron play and preference for entering majors through multiple events. The Texas Open winner earns an invitation to Augusta, where MacIntyre appears increasingly ready to contend after this dominant display.