Mark Hubbard took the lead after the third round of the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic on Saturday, May 9, 2026 [1].

As an opposite-field PGA Tour tournament running alongside the Truist Championship, the event provides a critical opportunity for players to secure standings and momentum within the 2026 season [4, 5].

Competing at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Hubbard shot a 66 during the penultimate round [1, 2]. This performance placed him at a total score of -16 [1].

Aaron Rai of England remained a close competitor, also carding a 66 in the third round [1]. Rai entered the final day with a total score of -15 [1]. Kevin Roy of the U.S. followed in third place with a total score of -14 [1].

The tournament has seen tight competition among the top three leaders as they navigate the South Carolina course [2, 3]. While Hubbard held the lead following the third round, other reports from the event indicated Rai posing with the trophy, suggesting a volatile shift in the leaderboard during the final stages of the competition [1, 6].

Highlights from the round were broadcast via NBC Sports and other streaming platforms to track the movement of the leaderboard [2, 3]. The event continues to showcase the depth of the PGA Tour's roster by utilizing these opposite-field formats to maintain professional play across multiple venues simultaneously [5].

“Mark Hubbard shot a 66 during the penultimate round.”

The tight scoring gap between Hubbard, Rai, and Roy emphasizes the high level of parity in opposite-field events. Because these tournaments run concurrently with major championships or high-profile events like the Truist Championship, they serve as a vital proving ground for players to maintain their tour cards and rankings without facing the absolute top-tier elite of the current week's primary field.