International Series Philippines: Sarit Suwannarut Extends Lead, Bhullar in Contention

The International Series Philippines is heating up as Sarit Suwannarut continues his impressive performance, increasing his lead to four shots at the halfway point. India’s Gaganjeet Bhullar stays in the chasing pack, aiming for a top finish.
Sarit, a two-time International Series winner, showcased his skills with a six-under par 66, reaching 14-under par after 36 holes. Meanwhile, local favorite Miguel Tabuena thrilled the crowd with a stunning round, including a hole-in-one and an eagle, finishing four shots behind Sarit.
The tournament, part of the Asian Tour, offers a pathway to LIV Golf, attracting top players. With the competition heating up, who will come out on top? Stay tuned as we bring you the latest updates from the International Series Philippines.

The international series Philippines is heating up with a thrilling leaderboard and a growing sense of excitement among golf enthusiasts. But here’s the big question. Can anyone catch the leader? Saratsu as he extends his lead to a commanding for shots. Sarat, a two-time international series champion, showcased his prowess with a stunning performance, carding a six under 66 in the second round to reach 14 under par after 36 holes. This impressive display solidified his position at the top leaving the chasing pack including India’s Gagenjit Bullah in his wake. The local fans had plenty to cheer about as Filipino golfer Miguel Tabuina the crowd favorite dazzled with a spectacular round. He fired a 65 which included a hole in one and an eagle in a three-hole span leaving him for shots behind Sarat. Tabuiner’s heroics sent the crowd into a frenzy dreaming of a potential Filipino champion. In a tie for third place at 10 under, Japanese sensation Kazuki Higer, 69, joined Tabuina. While a group of four players, including Yosargi, 66, Suman Lee, 67, when Weii Huan, 67, and Matthew Chung, 67, were tied for fourth at nine under. The competition intensified as big names like Denali armia 67, Patrick Reed 66 and Gage Bullah 69 found themselves tied for eighth at 8 under. Ajites Sandu and Karan Deepep Cocker kept themselves in the mix sitting at five under and four under respectively. Cocker’s performance was particularly notable making the cut alongside former world number one Dustin Johnson who struggled with a 73 in the second round. England’s Steve Luton stole the show with the lowest round of the tournament, a bogree 63 after a disappointing opening round. But it was Sar’s remarkable recovery on the first hole that set the tone for his dominant performance. Despite finding the penalty area with his opening T-shot, he managed to salvage a birdie, propelling him to an early lead. Sarah’s confidence was evident as he reflected on his round. That birdie on the first hole was crucial. I had no idea where my T-shot ended up, but my Caddy’s guidance proved invaluable. It set the tone for a fantastic day. He emphasized the importance of staying focused and trusting his abilities, which have served him well over the past four weeks. As the tournament enters its final stages, all eyes are on Sarah to see if he can maintain his lead. But the real drama lies in the chase for the top spots with Tabuiner’s heroic performance igniting the crowd’s passion. And this is where it gets interesting. Can the local favorite keep up the momentum and challenge for the title? Or will Sarah’s consistency prove too much to handle? The International Series Philippines is part of a series of elevated events on the Asian Tour, offering a pathway to the prestigious LIIV Golf through a seasonl long rankings race. With the tournament running until October 26th and two more events to follow, the battle for the top spot is far from over. So, who will emerge victorious? Will Sarret hold on to his lead or will a dark horse surprise us all? The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion and the golf world is eagerly awaiting the outcome. And this is the part most people miss with the PIF Saudi international concluding the series. The leader of the rankings will secure a coveted spot on LIIV Golf next season. Who will seize this opportunity? Only time will tell.