Catch all the action from Round 1 of The International Series Philippines! Richard Bland leads the way with a 6-under 66, closely followed by Sarit Suwannarut. Dean Burmester and Dustin Johnson are also in the top 10. Hear from Dustin Johnson about his round and the great atmosphere. Other players under par include Kevin Na, Patrick Reed, and Charl Schwartzel. Don’t miss the exciting journey of these LIV Golf stars as they compete in this Asian Tour event. Get all the latest updates and insights right here!
Golf fans, brace yourselves for a thrilling showdown in the Philippines. Richard Bland has stormed out of the gates at the International Series Philippines, setting the pace early and leaving competitors in his wake. But here’s where it gets interesting. Can the 52year-old veteran sustain this momentum? Or will the younger guns like Serret steal the spotlight? Let’s dive into the action. October 23rd, 2025, 10:10 a.m. Written by Matt Vincenzi. Editors note, Thursday, October 23rd, the first round of the International Series Philippines has wrapped up, and the results are as diverse as they are exciting. Clicks Golf Club’s Richard Bland has taken the tournament by storm, firing a six under 66 to tie for third place, just two shots behind leader Serret. But here’s the part most people miss. Bland’s performance is even more remarkable considering he’s making his first start since the 2025 LIIV golf season ended. Will age be just a number for this season pro? Related. For a full breakdown of round one, check out our detailed recap here. https/www. livegolf.com/newsround-1-recap-in international-series-filippines-2025. Stinger GC Steen Burmeister and four aces GC captain Dustin Johnson are hot on Bland’s heels. Both carding five under 67s to sit tied for seventh. Johnson, ever the optimist, shared his thoughts. It was a good atmosphere and we all played pretty well. making nine birdies in a day. That’s a lot of great shots. I’m in a good position moving forward. But here’s where it gets controversial. Despite his strong start, Johnson’s inconsistency this season has left fans divided. Can he finally put together a complete tournament, or will he falter under pressure? Range goats GC’s Peter Uline and Ripper GC’s Mark Leechman are tied for 14th after posting four under 68s. Leechman, fresh off a successful return to Perth at the Western Australia Open, seems to be finding his rhythm just in time. Other notables under par include Iron Heads GC captain Kevin Na 3 under 69 T-23 Four Aces GC’s Patrick Reed 2 under 70 T35 clicks golf clubs Charles Schwarzel 1 under 71 T-53 Stinger GC captain Lewisen 1 under 71 T-53 Legion XI’s Caleb Serat 1 under 71 T-53 LIIV Golf Wildcard Player Chief Lee won under 71 T-53. For the full leaderboard, click here. https colon/www internationals.com/leerboard. Previously reported this week, 15 LIIV golf stars are competing in the International Series Philippines presented by Bingo Plus as part of the Asian Tour. This is the sixth of nine elevated events offering a pathway to LIIV golf for the season’s International Series Rankings Champion. And this is the part most people miss. With only three events left, the pressure is mounting for players like Anthony Kim, who’s fighting to reclaim his LIV golf spot after relegation. The International Series Philippines, presented by Bingaplas. The tournament is being held at STA Elena Golf Club in STA Rosa, Lagona. A Robert Trent Jones Jr. masterpiece known for its all-weather design and tiff eagle dwarf Bermuda grass greens. This par 72 course measuring 7,33 yards has been featured on Golf Digest’s 100 best golf courses outside the United States list multiple times. Player spotlights Richard Bland. Despite a less than stellar 2025 LIIV golf season, Bland’s four top 10 finishes prove he’s still a force to be reckoned with. Dean Burmeister. After a disappointing cut at the BMW PGA Championship, Burmeister is looking to bounce back in Asia where he’s historically performed well. Dustin Johnson making his first international series start outside of the Saudi International. Johnson is aiming for consistency, something that’s eluded him this season. Anthony Kim in a highstakes bid to rejoin LIIV golf. Kim is playing every remaining international series event. Will it pay off? Player news. Range goats GC captain Bubo Watson was slated to compete but will be sidelined for 8 weeks due to a minor finger procedure. Meanwhile, Mark Leechman’s T3 finish at the Western Australia Open has fans buzzing about his chances at the Australian Open in December. Controversy and comment hooks. Is LIIV Golf’s format truly elevating the sport, or is it creating a divide in the golfing world? Share your thoughts in the comments below. And don’t forget to ask yourself, who do you think will emerge victorious in the Philippines? Bland Johnson or a dark horse contender.
