Quiban banners field in PGT resumption

MANILA, Philippines — With no clear favorite and conditions ripe for surprises, the Philippine Golf Tour resumes today with the ICTSI Caliraya Springs Championship in Cavinti, Laguna.

The P2 million event has turned into a much-anticipated clash following the postponement of the weather-hit Valley Golf Challenge three weeks ago. Top local pros and international regulars alike are looking to make up for lost ground, none more eager than former PGA Tour campaigner Justin Quiban.

With limited appearances on the Philippine Golf Tour due to international commitments, Justin Quiban is making every start count. The 29-year-old is all-in at Caliraya, aiming for both a win and redemption after a tied-for-10th finish at Forest Hills last June.

“The break helped – I needed the rest and used it to fine-tune my swing and mindset,” said Quiban, who last won the PGT in late 2023 via a four-hole playoff versus Marvin Dumandan. He led early at Forest Hills but faded in the middle rounds.

In women’s play, Harmie Constantino returns to the very site of one of her most emphatic victories, hoping to reignite the form that once made her the undisputed queen of the local tour.

But standing in her way is arguably one of the deepest and most competitive 21-player fields assembled this season.

Mafy Singson, one of the most consistent stars this year, is eyeing another title run.