Ogilvy sets sights on Perth

Former US Open Champion Geoff Ogilvy is a confirmed starter for the Perth International at Lake Karrinyup Country in October.

The eight-time winner on the PGA Tour will be one of the major drawcards for the event to be played from October 23 to 26.

The 37-year-old has had a return to form in recent months including a win in the Barracuda Championship – his first Tour win since 2010. Following his recent win in Reno, Ogilvy said he was looking forward to continuing his strong form in Perth.

“I’ve been putting in a lot of practice to get to my current form, and I’m hoping I can continue to play well over the next few months,” he said.

Geoff Ogilvy returned to the winner's circle on the PGA Tour earlier this month. PHOTO: Getty Images

“I have a strong affiliation with Lake Karrinyup Country Club as my business partner, Mike Clayton, was responsible for remodelling the course layout in 2007.  The course now has plenty of challenges, I’m sure Mike will be putting pressure on me to perform well.

“The last time I actually played in Perth was in 2000 for the Heineken Classic, so it’s been a long while since I visited the West. I’m looking forward to playing there again.”

Already announced to join Ogilvy for the tournament are 2013 US PGA Champion Jason Dufner, World No.22 Frenchman Victor Dubuisson, five-time European Tour winner Brett Rumford, defending Perth International champion Korean born Jin Jeong, and Australian Steven Bowditch, who won his maiden PGA Tour title in April at the Texas Open.

Tickets for the Perth International start from $22 and are available now from Ticketmaster (click here).

Children under 16 will gain free entry with a paying adult.