Filipino Star Stuns Dustin Johnson & Patrick Reed in Manila!
🏆 Miguel Tabuena just pulled off one of the most emotional wins in golf history — and the whole Philippines is celebrating!
At the International Series Philippines, the 31-year-old hometown hero shocked the golfing world by shooting three consecutive rounds of 65 (-7) to outplay legends like Dustin Johnson and Patrick Reed. Overcoming neck spasms that almost forced him to withdraw, Tabuena delivered a clutch performance that turned him into a national icon overnight.
In this video, we dive into:
🇵🇭 Tabuena’s unforgettable victory at Sta. Elena Golf Course
🔥 How he overcame injury and beat former Masters champions
💬 His emotional reaction and the pride he brought to the Philippines
💰 What this win means for his career — and his potential path to LIV Golf
🎯 How Tabuena’s rise could inspire a new generation of Filipino golfers
His $360,000 win wasn’t just about golf — it was about heart, pride, and the power of perseverance. After vaulting into third in the International Series standings, Tabuena is now within reach of becoming the first Filipino golfer to earn a LIV Golf ticket.
👉 Watch until the end for exclusive reactions, highlights, and analysis on how Miguel Tabuena’s story could change the future of Asian golf forever!
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Miguel Tabuena is still basking in the glow of what might be the biggest week of his life. And who could blame him? I wear a whoop band and my recovery was like 2% on Monday because I had a few drinks with the family, he said with a grin. I don’t normally do that between events, but the team deserved it. And honestly, I think I did too. He’s right. Wins don’t come often in professional golf, and when they do, they rarely carry the kind of emotional weight that Tobuenas did. His stunning victory at the International Series Philippines didn’t just make headlines, it made him a national icon. Playing on his home turf at Sta Helena Golf Course just outside Manila, Tab Buena delivered a performance for the ages. He fired three consecutive rounds of 65 minus 7 to conquer a worldclass field featuring former Masters champions Dustin Johnson and Patrick Reed. Even more remarkable, he nearly didn’t play. Persistent neck spasms had forced him to withdraw from Macau open the previous week, and up until the last moment, there were doubts he’d be fit enough to compete. But compete he did, and spectacularly so. When Tuena drained his winning putt on the 18th green, he dropped to his knees, pounded the turf in pure emotion, and then embraced his wife and young family in a heartfelt moment that resonated far beyond golf. His victory worth $360,000 instantly became one of the most powerful stories of the golfing year that I in the Philippines where golf rarely takes center stage. Tab Buena’s win transcended sport. It wasn’t just golf fans who celebrated. It was the whole country. He explained people were telling me that for once there was something to be proud of again. With all the negativity, corruption, bad news, this gave Filipinos something to smile about. Messages flooded in from across the nation, praising him not just as a champion, but as a symbol of pride and resilience for the 31-year old four-time Asian Tour winner. This was his first ever International Series victory, a major milestone in a career defined by persistence and belief. It really opened my eyes, TU said. It made me realize that I belong on the world stage. At 31, this is probably the peak of my career. The win also propelled him 46 spots up the International Series standings, vaultting him into a third place with just three events remaining. Suddenly, he’s within striking distance of becoming the first Filipino golfer to secure a Livy Golf ticket by topping the Order of Merit. That’s the goal, he admitted. We want to be on Elivy Golf. I didn’t even have that in mind at the start of the week. But to win at home and move this close, it gives me so much confidence and belief that I can win on any stage. For Miguel Tabua, this victory is more than just a trophy. It’s a moment of validation, a statement that Filipino golf belongs on the international map. His success has inspired a new generation of young players back home, many of whom now dream of following in his footsteps. As for TUA, the journey isn’t over. With his confidence soaring and his country behind him, the 31-year-old star is chasing even bigger dreams. And after the week he’s had, no one’s doubting him anymore.
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!