Faldo course to test LPGT campaigners at Eagle Ridge

MANILA, Philippines —  Redemption and resilience take center stage as the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour stages its second leg at the formidable Faldo course of Eagle Ridge Golf and Country Club in Gen. Trias, Cavite, starting Monday March 10.

With no clear favorite and a battlefield primed for drama, the tournament promises an intense showdown among top contenders looking to rebound from near misses in last week’s opener at Pradera Verde.

With first-time LPGT champion Samantha Bruce resuming her campaign abroad and several local standouts competing in the Thailand LPGA, the chase for the Eagle Ridge crown is anyone’s game. The absence of a dominant force leaves the door wide open for the likes of Daniella Uy, Chanelle Avaricio, Sarah Ababa, Mafy Singson, Mikha Fortuna and Florence Bisera, all eager to shake off previous disappointments and seize victory.

However, the Faldo course, a demanding layout, poses a different kind of challenge. Designed to test precision, patience and adaptability, it’s tricky greens and strategic hazards will be further compounded by unpredictable winds, adding another layer of difficulty to the competition.

Among the strongest international threats is Seoyun Kim, who tied for second with Uy at Pradera Verde, while fellow Korean Tiffany Lee is determined to sharpen her finishing touch after recent final-round struggles, seeking to redeem herself after faltering despite holding a share of the 36-hole lead last week.