Joaquin Niemann Wins Saudi International in Thrilling Three-Way Playoff

The Chilean golfer secured his first victory in nine months with a birdie on the second playoff hole, capping a strong season on the Asian Tour and LIV Golf League.

• Joaquin Niemann triumphed at the Saudi International after a dramatic playoff against Cameron Smith and Caleb Surratt.
• Niemann clinched the win with a birdie on the second extra hole, following bogeys by all three players on the 18th during regulation play.
• The victory marks Niemann's first in nine months and his third of the year, including two earlier wins in the LIV Golf League season.
• With the win, Niemann secured the top spot in the International Series Rankings on the Asian Tour, ahead of Peter Uihlein and Ben Campbell.
• This achievement is expected to elevate Niemann into the top 75 of the world rankings and earned him a special invitation to the Masters.

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