In Memoriam: Mark Darby, former US Open assistant referee

Tuesday, February 04, 2025
MACAU - 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 March 20-23 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 this year's edition is played at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland from July 17-20.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.Last year’s International Series Macau presented by Wynn was won by LIV Golf reserve player John Catlin with the American seeing off Spanish youngster David Puig of Fireballs GC 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.For more information, visit www.internationalseries.com.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.
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