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Ogletree claims second International Series, Smyth seventh

Ogletree claims second International Series, Smyth seventh

American Andrew Ogletree became the first player to win two International Series events when he recorded a convincing victory in the US$2.5 million International Series Qatar, at Doha Golf Club, where Aussie Travis Smyth was seventh. 20 Feb 2023
Kanaya claims International Series Oman for first win away from home

Kanaya claims International Series Oman for first win away from home

Japan’s Takumi Kanaya secured a convincing victory in the US$2 million International Series Oman today to record his first professional victory outside of Japan and suggest that the gifted young golfer is coming of age. 13 Feb 2023
Shin the surprise leader in Oman

Shin the surprise leader in Oman

Yonggu Shin took advantage of benign early morning conditions to shoot a six-under-par 66 to take the first round in the inaugural International Series Oman at Al Mouj Golf on Thursday. 10 Feb 2023
The Preview: International Series Oman

The Preview: International Series Oman

The Asian Tour’s LIV funded International Series kicks off for 2023 this week with the International Series Oman marking the first of likely 10 events for the year. 7 Feb 2023
Herbert third again as Ancer claims Saudi International

Herbert third again as Ancer claims Saudi International

Abraham Ancer became the first player to win the PIF Saudi International powered by Softbank Investment Advisers from start to finish. 6 Feb 2023
Cameron Smith makes poor 2023 start at Saudi event

Cameron Smith makes poor 2023 start at Saudi event

Cameron Smith's hopes of kicking off his golfing year in the same explosive fashion he launched his 2022 season have failed to materialise in the lucrative Saudi International. 3 Feb 2023
The Preview: PIF Saudi International powered by Softbank Investment Advisers

The Preview: PIF Saudi International powered by Softbank Investment Advisers

This week’s Saudi International at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club has become a highly anticipated event on the golfing calendar. 31 Jan 2023
Five Aussies secure playing rights at Asian Tour Q School

Five Aussies secure playing rights at Asian Tour Q School

Australian Jack Thompson graduated with first class honours today at the Asian Tour Qualifying School after winning the Final Stage by two shots from countryman John Lyras and China’s Bai Zhengkai. 23 Jan 2023
Exclusive: Cho Minn Thant talks Australia, International Series, LIV and World Rankings

Exclusive: Cho Minn Thant talks Australia, International Series, LIV and World Rankings

For a man that was in charge of a Tour nearly on its knees thanks to Covid, Cho Minn Thant, CEO and Commissioner of the Asian Tour, has emerged as one the key players in men’s professional golf. 23 Dec 2022
So-called expert Aussie Open tips

So-called expert Aussie Open tips

Some of them are desperate for a spell, but the so-called experts will lift again for the Aussie Open this week, as well as a couple of other events around the world. 30 Nov 2022
The Preview: BNI Indonesian Masters

The Preview: BNI Indonesian Masters

The Asian Tour finishes its 2022 season with a bang this week at the final International Series event of the year, the Indonesian Masters. 30 Nov 2022
Boonma the best in Bangladesh

Boonma the best in Bangladesh

Thailand’s Danthai Boonma won the US$400,000 Bangabandhu Cup Golf Bangladesh Open today after an enthralling two-horse race with close friend and compatriot Kosuke Hamamoto. 27 Nov 2022
Wang working his back at Aussie PGA after golf-less military stint

Wang working his back at Aussie PGA after golf-less military stint

Like every South Korean golfer, Jeunghun Wang knew that unless he achieved something delivering great honour to his nation, he would need to put his career on hold to fulfil his military obligations in his home country before his 28th birthday. 25 Nov 2022
The Preview: Bangladesh Open

The Preview: Bangladesh Open

More than any of the world’s professional circuits the Asian Tour consistently stages events in ‘markets’ where you might not expect to find golf. 23 Nov 2022
Ogletree cruises to first pro win at International Series Egypt

Ogletree cruises to first pro win at International Series Egypt

Andy Ogletree oozed class on his way to securing his maiden title in the professional game today after winning the US$1.5 million International Series Egypt at Madinaty Golf Club in Cairo. 14 Nov 2022
So-called expert golf tips for this week

So-called expert golf tips for this week

They were a little off their game last week, but with five tournaments to tip this week the so-called experts are a big chance to add more wins and top-10s as their year draws to a close. 9 Nov 2022
The Preview: International Series Egypt

The Preview: International Series Egypt

One thing the professional game doesn’t do well is play tournaments outside existing strongholds so the Asian Tour’s International Series event in Egypt this week is a breath of fresh air. 8 Nov 2022
Jazz triumphs at International Series Morocco

Jazz triumphs at International Series Morocco

Thailand’s Jazz Janewattananond won for the first time in nearly three years today when he triumphed in the US$1.5 million International Series Morocco after a brilliant eagle, birdie finish at Royal Golf Dar Es Salam. 7 Nov 2022
So-called expert golf tips for this week

So-called expert golf tips for this week

Another win and nine top-10s to the tally last week for our tipsters. How will they go at the WAAP, PGA Tour, LPGA and Asian Tour this week? 3 Nov 2022
The Preview: International Series Morocco

The Preview: International Series Morocco

The LIV Tour might be finished for the year but its sibling International Series, played under the Asian Tour banner, continues this week in Morocco. 2 Nov 2022
LIV bid for immediate world ranking points rejected

LIV bid for immediate world ranking points rejected

The Official World Golf Ranking organisation won't be awarding points to LIV Golf events this year, denying the MENA Tour's request to immediately add the Saudi-funded series to its schedule. 7 Oct 2022