International Series Macau presented by Wynn has been named as a qualifying pathway event for The Open, with the top three finishers at Macau Golf and Country Club from 20-23 March set to earn a coveted spot in the field for this year’s fourth major.
The second edition of the tournament has been confirmed by The R&A as one of 15 events in 11 countries that form The Open Qualifying Series for 2025, offering the leading three non-exempt players a shot at winning the famous Claret Jug when the 153rd edition of the event is played at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland from 17-20 July.
This marks the first time an event on The International Series has been part of The Open Qualifying Series, and continues to demonstrate the emergence of the series as a route to the highest stages in professional golf.
The International Series already forms a pathway onto the LIV Golf League for players through its rankings system across 10 events on the Asian Tour calendar.
Cho Minn Thant, Commissioner & CEO, Asian Tour, said: “We thank The R&A for our continued involvement with The Open Qualifying Series, and the ongoing strengthening of our partnership. This will give our members a great chance of playing in The Open, which is the goal of every professional golfer.”
Rahul Singh, Head of The International Series, said: “This is a significant moment for The International Series, and Macau, with our tournament being identified as a viable route to this year’s edition of The Open.
“We have always strived to offer opportunity to players, through our pathway onto the LIV Golf League, and this announcement aligns with our values. The decision gives added incentive to the players, and further demonstrates the growing strength of our brand and the tournament, and golf in the Asian region.”
International Series Macau presented by Wynn is one of three tournaments on the Asian Tour schedule that will offer a pathway onto The Open, along with the New Zealand Open presented by Sky Sport (27 Feb -02 March) and the KOLON Korea Open (22-25 May).
Last year’s International Series Macau presented by Wynn was won by John Catlin with the American seeing off Spanish youngster David Puig in a thrilling play-off. Catlin had carded a historic third round of 59 on the Saturday, while Puig hit back with an impressive final round of 60 to draw level on a thrilling final day.
The International Series is the most prized pathway in golf. It consists of 10 elite tournaments sanctioned by the Asian Tour and offers the year-long Rankings leader promotion to the LIV Golf League
