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Vincent, Asaji Clinch LIV Spots as Ballester Wins Saudi International Finale

The Asian Tour’s season-long pathway delivered two automatic promotions under LIV’s OWGR‑minded reforms.

Overview

  • Zimbabwe’s Scott Vincent topped the International Series standings to rejoin LIV for 2026, completing a return one year after his 2024 relegation.
  • Japan’s Yosuke Asaji earned the second berth by finishing runner-up in the rankings, with his Singapore Open victory proving decisive and making him the first Japanese graduate under the expanded system.
  • Spain’s Josele Ballester captured his first professional title at the PIF Saudi International, closing with a bogey-free 65 to finish 22 under and defeat Caleb Surratt by three.
  • LIV recently doubled International Series promotion spots to two and has tweaked event formats and prize money as part of its push for Official World Golf Ranking recognition.
  • Riyadh Golf Club hosted the series finale and will stage LIV’s 2026 season opener in February, with further roster places to be decided at LIV Golf Promotions in January.