Hongtaek Kim takes halfway lead at International Series Japan
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Hongtaek Kim holds a one-shot lead at the International Series Japan after two rounds as challengers stay close behind.
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International Series Japan Leaderboard: Hongtaek Kim Fires 64 To Take Early Lead
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Hongtaek Kim surged to the top of the International Series Japan leaderboard after an opening-round 64, leading a tight field chasing early LIV Golf qualification points.
Lucas Herbert closes in on leaders after third round of New Zealand Open
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Australian Lucas Herbert carded a bogey-free nine-under-par 62 in the third round of the New Zealand Open, moving to 16-under and setting up a thrilling final day chase behind leader Daniel Hillier.
Philippine Ladies Open returns to Manila Golf Club in 2026
The 2026 Philippine Ladies Open will showcase top amateur and international women golfers at The Manila Golf & Country Club, continuing its legacy as a launchpad for global champions.
PSC and Hann Reserve explore PGA academy partnership to develop Filipino golfers
The Philippine Sports Commission and Hann Reserve are planning a PGA-certified academy to nurture young Filipino golfers and elevate grassroots talent to world-class standards.
Ed Rodriguez Memorial Cup returns February 26, 2026
Ed Rodriguez Memorial Cup returns for its third year at Valley Golf and Country Club as Enderun Colleges honors the legacy of Dr. Edgardo “Ed” Rodriguez through sport and scholarships.
Wooyoung Cho captures first Asian Tour title at Philippine Golf Championship
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Former Asian Games gold medalist Wooyoung Cho broke through for his first Asian Tour victory after a composed final-round 67 secured a four-shot win in Manila.
Kochhar breaks course record to lead Philippine Golf Championship
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Karandeep Kochhar fired a bogey-free 65 to break the East Course record at Wack Wack and seize the third-round lead in the Philippine Golf Championship.
Wang shares lead after bogey-free round at Philippine Golf Championship
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Jeunghun Wang moved into a share of the lead at the Philippine Golf Championship with a bogey-free two-under-par 70 at Wack Wack Golf & Country Club, reviving memories of his Asian Tour debut 15 years ago.
Sarut Vongchaisit leads Philippine Golf Championship after gritty opening round
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Sarut Vongchaisit embraced the challenge of Wack Wack’s East Course, firing a four-under 68 to grab the first-round lead in the season-opening Philippine Golf Championship on the Asian Tour.