Three former Masters champions, led by two-time winner Bubba Watson, and British Open winner Louis Oosthuizen will banner a crack field taking part in the Philippines’ first hosting of the International Series at well-manicured Sta. Elena in late October.

The event, presented by BingoPlus, will also see Patrick Reed and Charl Schwartzel teeing up together with the top-tier talents of the Asian Tour in a tournament that will take on a LIV Golf atmosphere.

“This will be my first time playing in the Philippines and I’m really looking forward to it,” Watson said of the event slated Oct. 23 to Oct. 26. “Golf is global, so getting to be involved when it is reaching new places is really cool to see.

“Meeting fans that are new to golf, and excited about it, is always inspiring to me,” he went on. “I really hope we can spark something special “here and maybe even inspire the next generation of golfers.”

Carrying Philippine hopes is Miguel Tabuena, the highest-ranked Filipino on the Asian Tour. Tabuena ranked second in the Order of Merit in 2023 and seventh in 2024.

“It’s an honor to represent my country at the first-ever International Series event here,” said Tabuena. “I am very excited that the International Series is coming to Manila. I know how much this tournament can do for golf in the Philippines, and I’m proud to be part of it.”

Reed, meanwhile, will come into the tournament in sharp form. He won the Dallas stop of LIV for his first win in the circuit.

Reed said: “The International Series has given me an incredible opportunity to travel and immerse myself in new cultures around the world. It has also allowed me to compete against players from across Asia, who continue to raise their game through the experience gained at these high-profile events.”

Also in the field will be the 2011 Masters champion Schwartzel. The South African also has momentum, highlighted by a recent T10 finish at International Series Morocco and five top-15 performances on LIV Golf, including a runner-up finish in Miami.

Joining him is Stinger GC teammate and compatriot Oosthuizen. The 2010 Open champion has also been in fine form on the LIV Golf League with two top-five finishes, including a second place in Dallas. Last season he also recorded a runner-up finish at International Series Oman and a T3 at International Series Qatar.

Tickets for International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus will be available from 10am on Friday, Aug. 22 at https://tinyurl.com/32nr4kc7.