MANILA, Philippines - Filipino Angelo Que hopes to re-display the form that netted him a joint seventh place finish two years ago as he slugs it out with some of the world’s big guns in the Omega European Masters firing off Thursday in Crans Montana, Switzerland.
Que, a three-time winner on the Asian Tour, finished tied seventh in the Omega event in 2009 and is feeling upbeat of his chances upon his return to the scenic Crans-sur-Sierre Golf Club to join the title hunt in the $2.6 million event..
“I like the golf course. It suits my eyes. Every time I stand on the tees, I can see the shots. On the greens, I can see the breaks whereas some might have had a hard time reading them. I’ve holed my share of long putts in Crans, so hopefully it will be the same again,” said Que.
The Omega European Masters became the first event in Europe to be co-sanctioned by the Asian Tour and European Tour in 2009 and Que believes he is now more experienced and accustomed to the high-altitude conditions at Crans, set amidst a stunning backdrop with the Swiss Alps.
“When we play in Europe, it’s a new territory for the Asians so we look forward to it. It’s only the third time we’re coming to Europe. We’re trying to adjust to the weather, food and time difference,” said the Filipino, who will make his third appearance in the event.