Spirited clash in Caliraya looms

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Golf Tour gears up for another spirited clash as it heads to the scenic Caliraya Springs Golf Club for the ICTSI Caliraya Springs Championship unfolding on April 9 in Cavinti, Laguna.

The circuit has already seen a dynamic start to the season with different champions in the first two legs at Apo and Palos Verdes in Davao, adding an element of unpredictability to the upcoming P2 million tournament.

Tony Lascuña showcased his enduring prowess in a wire-to-wire triumph at the challenging mountain-top course last year. The 53-year-old campaigner has remained a formidable contender, securing a tie for third at the season-opening Apo Golf Classic, followed by a joint 10th-place finish at the Palos Verdes Championship.

The Tour’s only four-time Order of Merit winner, Lascuña is fueled by a relentless desire to climb back to the top, despite facing stiff competition from both veteran campaigners and emerging talents.

The season has already witnessed Jhonnel Ababa’s thrilling sudden death win over Guido van der Valk at Apo, and Lloyd Go breaking a four-year drought for his maiden PGT victory at Palos Verdes.