[Legazpi Golf Diary] December 20, 2025 (Sat): Echoes of Resolve Through the Clouds

 


[Legazpi Golf Diary] December 20, 2025 (Sat): Echoes of Resolve Through the Clouds

Good morning, everyone! Bringing you the latest golf updates from Legazpi City, Philippines.

⛳️ Today’s Legazpi Conditions The sky this morning is looking a bit overcast. The forecast calls for Light Rains, with a high of 30°C. It’s likely to be a humid one, so don’t forget to pack extra water before heading out to the course!


🇵🇭 Philippines Yesterday: A Resolute Stance on Sovereignty Yesterday, December 19, marked a significant milestone for the nation: the 90th Anniversary of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).

During the ceremony at Camp Aguinaldo in Manila, President Marcos addressed the ongoing territorial disputes in the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea), firmly declaring, "What is ours is ours." This anniversary served as a day of resolve, underscoring the nation's commitment to defending its sovereignty amidst continued tensions near Sabina Shoal.

It is news that makes us truly appreciate the peace that allows us to enjoy our daily rounds of golf.


🏌️‍♂️ The "Ultimate Club" from Japan, Directly to You Somewhere in the world, someone is having the perfect tee-off right now. I hope you all have a fantastic round today as well!

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☆ Philippines Golf News ☆ December 19, 2025 Edition

Yesterday was a buzz with the success of our National Team and festive year-end tournaments!

  1. [SEA Games 2025] Golf Team on the Verge of Medals! At the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand, yesterday marked a crucial round. Both the Philippine Men’s and Women’s teams remain in medal contention for the team events. In the women’s individual category, our next-generation stars are in a neck-and-neck battle with Thailand’s powerhouses. Expectations are high for a gold medal finish today (the 20th)!

  2. 7th "Pinoy Golf Catalogue (PGC) Golf Cup" Results The PGC Golf Cup at South Forbes Golf Club in Cavite was widely covered by the media.

    • Low Gross Champion: Mr. Arlie Cabrales

    • Low Net Champion: Mr. Mandy Diomampo This star-studded event, featuring many prominent figures from the political and business sectors, officially kicked off the Christmas season for the PH golf community.

  3. PGT (Philippine Golf Tour) 2025 Season Wrap-up Following the "ICTSI Match Play Invitational" in late November, the 2025 pro tour has officially concluded. Yesterday, an exclusive interview with Angelo Que, this season’s Order of Merit winner, was published. The veteran, who secured two wins this year, left an inspiring message for younger players: "I'm looking to leap even higher in 2026."

  4. Global Pinoys: Yuka Saso in the Spotlight With the LPGA off-season underway, local media ran a feature on Yuka Saso’s historic 2025. When asked the deep question, "If you could raise two flags (PH and JP)...", her characteristically sincere response once again highlighted her massive influence in the Philippines.


☆ US Men’s Golf News ☆ December 19, 2025

Even in the off-season, the PGA world is full of talk! Here are yesterday's highlights:

  1. [Superstar Showdown] Scheffler vs. McIlroy "Optum Golf Channel Games" Settled! The results of the much-hyped team match in Florida (held Dec 17) dominated the news yesterday.

    • A Battle of Inches: Scottie Scheffler’s team narrowly defeated Rory McIlroy’s team by a mere one inch (2.5cm) on the final green.

    • McIlroy’s Comment: "I thought we had it," he admitted with a grin, expressing satisfaction at putting on a great show for the fans.

  2. [PNC Championship] All Eyes on Tiger & Charlie Woods The Pro-Am for the PNC Championship took place yesterday in Orlando. Tiger and his son, Charlie, appeared for their practice round, drawing massive galleries. The duo looked relaxed but sharp as they prepared for today's main event.

  3. Ryo Ishikawa Officially Commits to 2026 US Korn Ferry Tour (KFT) At an event in Japan, Ryo Ishikawa confirmed he will compete full-time on the Korn Ferry Tour next year. "Being half-hearted won't cut it. I’m excited to test myself in such a tough environment," he said, signaling his resolve to return to the PGA Tour.


☆ US Women’s Golf News ☆ December 19, 2025

  1. LPGA Feature: "First-Time Winners of 2025" LPGA.com featured a special on players who claimed their maiden titles this year. It was a historic year for Japan, with Rio Takeda, Mao Saigo, and Miyu Yamashita (who won the AIG Women's Open) all securing their first wins.

  2. Miyu Yamashita: Rookie of the Year Determination In an interview yesterday, the 2025 Rookie of the Year shared her goals for 2026: "I want to be in contention every week and focus on a stable swing."

  3. Yuka Saso Giving Back in the Philippines Saso held a charity clinic at "The Country Club" in the Philippines yesterday. "There are no shortcuts to success," she told junior golfers—a perfect Christmas gift from the two-time US Women's Open champion.


☆ Japan Golf News ☆ December 19, 2025

  1. JGTO 2026 Schedule: The "Points System" Revolution The Japan Golf Tour Organization announced a major shift for 2026: the annual title will now be decided by a Points System rather than a Money Ranking, rewarding consistency over single big paydays.

  2. Chisato Iwai’s US Name: "Chizzy"! As she prepares for the LPGA next year, Chisato Iwai revealed her US registration name will be "Chizzy." She wants a name that international fans can easily cheer for!


☆ Japan Golf Equipment & Gear News ☆ December 19, 2025

  1. Dunlop XXIO 14 (2026 Model) Dominates the Market The latest XXIO 14 has just hit the shelves in Japan. For the first time, it features an adjustable hosel system, making the "easiest club in golf" now fully customizable.

  2. The "Japan Spec" Advantage With the release of new models, the Japanese used market is currently flooded with high-quality "previous gen" models (like XXIO 12/13). These "Japan Spec" shafts are designed for Asian physiques, making them the perfect fit for golfers here in the Philippines!

Thank you very much for reading to the end.

(This text was checked and researched using Google Gemini.)

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