Touring pros brace for tough battle at TCC

MANILA, Philippines —  An elite lineup of former champions, seasoned contenders and rising stars gear up for the P6 million The Country Club Invitational on Jan. 28-Feb. 1 at the TCC course in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

With P2 million awaiting the winner, the event promises to push competitors to their physical and mental limits on one of the most unforgiving courses in the country.

Success at the TCC hinges on patience, a touch of luck and razor-sharp judgment. Few understand this better than Tony Lascuña, a five-time Order of Merit winner. After a two-decade-long pursuit to reclaim the tournament’s flagship title, he prevailed last year in a dramatic and unforgettable fashion.

Past editions of the TCC Invitational have been anything but predictable. In 2019, PGA Tour rising star Tom Kim edged Keanu Jahns with a 290 total, while Micah Shin denied Miguel Tabuena in 2018. Even more brutal was Tabuena’s 2017 victory, where a 13-over 301 secured the title.