Ivan Yabut and Korean golfer Lee Song took early command of the Philippine Golf Tour (PGT) Qualifying School at Splendido Taal Golf Club, both firing impressive five-under 67s in the opening round.
Yabut, a recent professional and Texas A&M University graduate, combined six birdies and an eagle with a double bogey and a bogey to stay in contention.
Lee Song, 27, delivered a flawless, bogey-free round featuring an eagle and three birdies, showcasing steady precision on the course.
The pair established a four-stroke lead over Japan’s Miki Ryoma, who posted a mixed 71 with eight birdies offset by multiple bogeys.
The four-day qualifiers will award 30 spots for this year’s 10-leg PGT season as the rest of the 121-player field completes their rounds.
Source: PhilNews24 | March 18, 2026
