The Market Monitor Minding the Nation's Business
THE International Series breaks new ground in 2025 with the addition of the International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus.
The addition is the latest to a burgeoning schedule that expands the pathway to LIV Golf into an impressive mix of brand-new golf markets and legacy destinations.
The inaugural tournament, which will take place on October 23-26 October at a venue still to be announced, will bring big-name players from the LIV Golf League and the top performers on the Asian Tour to the market for the first time in the four-year history of the series.
It is the seventh event on the schedule to be confirmed. Another new tournament, International Series India presented by DLF, will open the season on January 30-February 2 with a return to the Greater Bay Area for the second edition of International Series Macau presented by Wynn.
The International Series also makes welcome returns to International Series Morocco (3-6 July), BNI Indonesian Masters (28-31 August), the Link Hong Kong Open (30 October – 2 November) and the PIF Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment
International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus is sponsored by DigiPlus, BingoPlus Foundation, CasinoPlus, ArenaPlus and Gamezone.
Rafael Jasper Vicencio, President of AB Leisure Exponent, Inc, said: “Partnering The International Series, with big name stars from LIV Golf and the Asian Tour in the field, will give us access to an important audience in our home market.
“The partnership also fits with our vision of collaborating with powerhouse brands in the worlds of sport and entertainment, driving engagement among important new audiences as we continue to grow as a brand.”
Rahul Singh, Head of The International Series, said: “Bringing The International Series to the Philippines is a statement of our intent, underscoring the importance of the country in the growing global golf ecosystem, and our continued promise to bring golf to new markets.
“As the second new destination to be confirmed for the 2025 campaign, the announcement highlights the blend of new and established markets that are eager to host The International Series and our unique brand of elite level sport featuring LIV Golf stars and hot prospects on the Asian Tour.