The Philippine Open will tee off at Manila Southwoods Golf & Country Club [pictured] from 12–15 November this year, and for the first time Asia’s oldest National Open will be part of the blossoming International Series.

The move follows the success of last year’s International Series Philippines, won by Filipino Miguel Tabuena, and the Asian Tour’s continuing presence in one of its most popular destinations.

Rahul Singh, Head of The International Series, said: “Last year, The International Series demonstrated what a world-class event in the Philippines looks and feels like. The passion for golf in this country is unmistakable, as we saw from the crowds that came. Elevating the Philippine Open onto our 2026 schedule is a natural next step, strengthening a historic national tournament while creating greater opportunity for players through our global pathway.”

The Philippine Open was last played as the season-opening event on the Asian Tour last year, when Frenchman Julien Sale triumphed – at Manila Southwoods.

Cho Minn Thant, Commissioner & CEO, Asian Tour, said: “The Asian Tour is delighted to see the Philippine Open elevated to The International Series. We have enjoyed a decades-long relationship with the Philippine Open and the National Golf Association of the Philippines and we are extremely glad to see that their National Open will now take its rightful place as the biggest golf event in the country.

Julien Sale pictured winning the Philippine Open last year. Picture by Jason Butler/Asian Tour.

“We visited the Philippines twice last year, and, following today’s announcement, it will be the case again this year. It all points to a key period of growth in one of our favourite destinations, evidenced by Miguel Tabuena becoming the first-ever player from the Philippines to take his place on the lucrative LIV Golf League, largely thanks to his performance at last year’s International Series Philippines. We thank the NGAP, LIV Golf, and Manila Southwoods for all their efforts.”

Martin Lorenzo, President of the National Golf Association of the Philippines, said: “We are proud to see our historic Philippine Open elevated onto The International Series schedule and to welcome a world-class field to Manila Southwoods Golf & Country Club. This presents a valuable platform for our local professionals to compete alongside leading international talent, while showcasing the strength and growth of Philippine golf.”

This year will mark the sixth time that Manila Southwoods has hosted the event. It also staged it in 1993, 1994, 1996, 1999 and 2025.

Robert John Sobrepeña, Chairman of Manila Southwoods Golf & Country Club, said: “We are honoured to host the 2026 Philippine Open at the Masters course of Manila Southwoods this November. I would like to thank the National Golf Association of the Philippines, the Asian Tour, and the LIV Golf-backed International Series for selecting Manila Southwoods as the venue for this prestigious event.

“Rest assured, the Club’s management will do everything possible to ensure a successful event and present the course in the best possible condition for world-class golf.

“Finally, we invite all golfers and the public to join us and witness this top-level competition as well as enjoy the golf course and the club’s facilities.”