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Daniel Koh

Covers competitive golf in Asia for AsiaGolfReview — the Asian Tour, the region's national opens, and the players shaping them.

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Tournament News

Khalin Joshi Takes Two-Shot Lead at Inaugural Nava Raipur Open

Indian golfer Khalin Joshi holds a two-stroke advantage at the Fairway Golf & Lake Resort, where the Rs 1 crore Nava Raipur Open is being contested over modified back-nine rounds.

Tournament News

India Names Golf Squad for 2026 Asian Games, Aditi Ashok Eyes Gold

Aditi Ashok, a silver medallist in 2023, leads the women's team alongside Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs at Kasugai Country Club East Course in Aichi-Nagoya.

Players

PGA Tour Tightens 2027 Return Path for LIV Players

New eligibility rules mean LIV Golf players, including Cameron Smith, face limited options to rejoin the PGA Tour, as the rival league navigates bankruptcy.

Tournament News

Singapore Open Partners Deutsche Bank, DP World Tour

The national open secures Deutsche Bank as its new title sponsor and the DP World Tour as a co-sanctioning partner, with the tournament returning to The Serapong at Sentosa Golf Club from 15–18 April.

Players

Five Young Golfers Show Global Superstardom Potential Beyond One Tour

Jeeno Thitikul, Lottie Woad, Akshay Bhatia, Aldrich Potgieter, and Miles Russell are demonstrating the consistent performance and diverse skill sets needed to transcend junior success and achieve worldwide recognition.

Tournament News

Australian Senior Open Returns With Lonard, Senior, O’Malley

The tournament, absent from the schedule since 2012, will feature a $160,000 prize fund and free spectator entry at City Golf Club in Toowoomba from October 2-4.

Tournament News

Rising Star Smylie Confirms Australian Open, PGA Starts

The rising Australian talent will compete at Kingston Heath for the Capital.com men's Australian Open and The Lakes for the BMW Australian PGA Championship in November and December.

Tournament News

Philippine Open Confirms November Dates, PSC Backing

The National Golf Association of the Philippines confirmed the Asian Tour-sanctioned Philippine Open will proceed from November 12 to 15 at Manila Southwoods, securing new backing from the Philippine Sports Commission.

Tournament News

Shane Lowry Leads Amgen Irish Open After Course Record

The Irishman fired a spectacular 62 in improved second-round conditions at Trump International Doonbeg, as several notable players missed the cut.

Tournament News

Singapore's Ng Wei Jun, Justin Kuk at Asia-Pacific Amateur

The 17th edition, held from October 29 to November 1, 2026, at Te Arai Links in New Zealand, offers the winner entry to the 2027 Masters Tournament and 155th Open.

Tournament News

Solheim Cup Format: International Team Proposal Amid Eligibility Row

Current player rankings reveal 15 of the world's top 20 female golfers are ineligible for the biennial competition. This disparity drives calls for a revised structure, potentially including an International team or a mixed Presidents Cup.

Tournament News

LIV Golf Files for Bankruptcy, Players May Be Freed From Contracts

The Saudi-backed golf league filed for Chapter 11 in New Jersey, supported by a US$49.6 million loan from the Public Investment Fund. This action may free players from existing contractual obligations.

Tournament News

Sandhu, Danek Lead Chennai Open; IGPL to Ras Al Khaimah

Ajeetesh Sandhu and Stepan Danek opened with seven-under 65s to lead the INR 1 crore Chennai Open's first round at TNGF Cosmo Golf Course. Meanwhile, the Indian Golf Premier League prepares for its first second-half event in Ras Al Khaimah later this month.

Tournament News

Rahm, LIV Stars Join Amgen Irish Open 2026, Asian Tour Impact

Nine LIV Golf League players, including Jon Rahm, will compete at the Amgen Irish Open at Trump International Doonbeg. This event highlights broader player movements, with Asian Tour players also active on other circuits.

Tournament News

Ogilvy Confirms Return: PGA at The Lakes, Open at Kingston Heath

The 2006 US Open champion will play both major events this summer after captaining the International Team at the Presidents Cup. His schedule includes contests in Sydney and Melbourne, attracting significant local attention.

Tournament News

Ogilvy Defends International Team, Min Woo Lee's Larger Role

International team captain Geoff Ogilvy addressed concerns regarding his side's strength for the upcoming Presidents Cup at Medinah. He emphasised team cohesion and match play ability over individual world rankings, with Australian Min Woo Lee expected to play more matches.

Tournament News

Carl Corpus Prepares for Asian Games at Summit Point ICTSI PGT

Filipino professional Carl Corpus will use the upcoming ICTSI Philippine Golf Tour stop at Summit Point next week to sharpen his game. The 25-year-old aims for a third professional victory ahead of his Asian Games appearance in Japan later this month.

Tournament News

New Zealand Names Six-Player Squad for Asia-Pacific Amateur

The 17th edition of the championship takes place at Te Arai Links' South Course from 29 October to 1 November. The winner earns invitations to the 2027 Masters Tournament and The 155th Open Championship.

Tournament News

Hong Kong-China Wins Nomura Cup; Philippines Misses Podium

Hong Kong-China claimed a wire-to-wire victory at Bayhood No. 9 Golf Club in Beijing, holding off Japan and South Korea, while the Philippine team placed ahead of several established regional golf nations.

Tournament News

Kisner, Villegas' Presidents Cup Locker Room Clash Revealed

Former US assistant captain Kevin Kisner recounted a heated exchange with International counterpart Camilo Villegas during the 2024 Presidents Cup. The dispute arose after Scottie Scheffler and Tom Kim's on-course interactions at Royal Montreal Golf Club.

Watch & Prize Money

Scheffler's PGA Tour Earnings Dwarf Korda's LPGA Payouts in 2026

Scottie Scheffler led the PGA Tour money list in 2026 with over $30 million, while Nelly Korda topped the LPGA Tour with $6.2 million, demonstrating a significant earnings gap between the tours. This disparity persists despite increased investment in the women's game.

Tournament News

Cam Davis to Play 2026 Australian Open at Kingston Heath

Australian professional Cam Davis will compete at Kingston Heath Golf Club in December 2026, aiming for his second national title. He will also feature in the BMW Australian PGA Championship in November.

Tournament News

Australia Names Top Amateur for Asia-Pacific Championship at Te Arai

Seven Australian players, including the highest-ranked amateur in the field, will compete for the 17th Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in New Zealand this October. The winner secures berths in both the Masters Tournament and The Open Championship.

Tournament News

Australian WPGA Championship Returns to Sanctuary Cove in March 2027

The 2027 Australian WPGA Championship will take place at Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club on the Gold Coast from March 4-7. This event, co-sanctioned by the WPGA Tour of Australasia and Ladies European Tour, will again feature the Festival of Golf.

Watch & Prize Money

Ruoning Yin Leads FM Championship, £3.5M Purse

The LPGA Tour's FM Championship concluded at TPC Boston, distributing a substantial £3.5 million ($4.4 million) prize fund. China's Ruoning Yin held the lead after three rounds, with several South Korean players close behind.

Players

Ogilvy Explains Day's 2026 Presidents Cup Exclusion

International Team Captain Geoff Ogilvy cited injury concerns for Jason Day's absence from the 2026 Presidents Cup squad. This decision reflects caution following Viktor Hovland's withdrawal from the 2025 Ryder Cup due to injury.

Players

Minjee Lee Joins Inaugural Women's TGL Season Roster

Australian major champion Minjee Lee will represent Atlanta Drive GC in the Women's TGL, which begins its first season in November. She joins a field of 25 players competing across five teams at the SoFi Centre in Florida.

Tournament News

International Presidents Cup Team Confirms Six Automatic Qualifiers, Including Four Asian Players

Si Woo Kim, Hideki Matsuyama, Tom Kim, and Min Woo Lee secured their places for the September contest at Medinah Country Club, with Captain Geoff Ogilvy set to name his six picks this week.

Tournament News

Adam Scott, 46, Eyes Tour Championship, FedExCup Age Record

Australian Adam Scott, aged 46, stands three shots from the lead entering the final round of the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club. He aims for a second victory in the event and to become the oldest FedExCup champion.

Tournament News

Min Woo Lee's Bogey-Free 62 Leads Tour Championship at East Lake

Australian Min Woo Lee holds a two-stroke advantage following a bogey-free 62 in the opening round of the Tour Championship at East Lake. He will play in the final pairing on Friday as the FedExCup Playoffs finale continues.

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