The PIF Saudi International is the final event of the Asian Tour’s International Series, and it’s a crucial tournament for golfers aiming to secure their spot in the 2026 LIV Golf League. In this video, we break down the promotion scenarios for the top contenders in the International Series standings.
Scott Vincent (Rank 1): A win or a top-5 finish should secure his spot.
Yosuke Asaji (Rank 2): Needs a top-5 finish to guarantee promotion.
Miguel Tabuena (Rank 3): A top-3 finish is desirable, but a second-place finish is the safest bet.
Ollie Schniederjans and Wade Ormsby (Rank 4 and 5): Aiming for a top-2 finish to secure promotion.
Kazuki Higa (Rank 10): Must win or finish second to have a chance.
Outsiders (Rank 10-100): A win could guarantee promotion, but top-ranked players’ performances will be crucial.
Who will secure their ticket to the LIV Golf League? Let’s find out at the PIF Saudi International!
The PI of Saudi International Tournament is the pinnacle of the Asian Tour and the final event of the International Series where dreams of joining the Ali Golf League will become reality for two lucky players. But who will secure these coveted spots? The race to the top. As the tournament approaches, the pressure is on for the top contenders. Here’s a breakdown of what each player needs to do to clinch their promotion. Scott Vincent, rank one, the leader of the pack, Vincent, is almost there. A win seals the deal, but a top five finish is his safety net. With a fourth or fifth place, he surpasses 400 points and is virtually untouchable. Yose Assaji, ranked two Asagi, needs a top five finish to secure his spot. A fifth place finish adds roughly 70 points, putting him out of reach of most competitors. Miguel Tuena, rank three TUA is in a tight spot. He must surpass at least one of the top two. A top three finish is desirable, but only a second place finish guarantees his promotion. Ali Schneiderjens, rank four, and Wade Ormsby, rank five. These two must aim high. A top two finish is their ticket to eld golf, but a third place finish might be enough depending on other players performances. Kazuki Higa, ranked 10 Higa has a tall order. He must finish first or second. Even a third place finish might not be enough to surpass the top contenders. The underdogs ranked 10 to 100 for those outside the top 10. A win is the only sure way to break into the top spots. But with Vincent and Asagi in the mix, the competition is fierce. And here’s where it gets interesting. What if the top contenders stumble? Could an underdog snatch the opportunity? The International Series standings could be turned upside down with the elevated points allocation at this event. Controversial scenario. Imagine if a player currently outside the top 100 clinches a win and jumps straight to the top, bypassing those who have been consistently performing well. Would this be a fair outcome? The PI of Saudi International promises excitement and potential upsets. Stay tuned as these golfers battle for their LIID golf dreams.
