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Gaganjeet Bhullar's Manila Mission: Redemption Amid Golf's Elite Field

Gaganjeet Bhullar is looking to bounce back after a heartbreaking final round in Indonesia cost him a potential victory. The Indian golfer has been working intensely on his mental game, including meditation and visualization techniques. He now faces a star-studded field in Manila featuring former world No. 1 Dustin Johnson and other LIV Golf stars. With only four tournaments remaining in the International Series, Bhullar needs strong results to secure his pathway onto the prestigious LIV Golf tour.

Key Points: Gaganjeet Bhullar Hunts Glory at International Series Philippines

  • Bhullar led the Jakarta International Championship before final round collapse
  • He currently sits 35th in rankings chasing LIV Golf qualification
  • Faces elite field including Dustin Johnson and multiple major champions
  • Indian contingent includes Rayhan Thomas and SSP Chawrasia in Manila
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India star Bhullar hunts for glory among an elite field at International Series Philippines

Indian star Gaganjeet Bhullar seeks redemption in Manila after his Indonesia heartbreak, competing against LIV Golf stars like Dustin Johnson for a coveted tour card.

"I've been working hard on my mental game - focusing, visualising, meditating - and I feel both mentally and physically in a great place. - Gaganjeet Bhullar"

Manila, October 22

Gaganjeet Bhullar is hoping that a physical and mental overhaul can help him move to the next level at International Series Philippines, just three weeks after falling short in agonising fashion in Indonesia.

The 11-time Asian Tour champion was in a three-way tie for the lead along with Zimbabwe's Scott Vincent and Wade Ormsby of Australia going into the final round of the Jakarta International Championship, the fifth of nine elevated Asian Tour events that form a pathway onto LIV Golf through a season-long rankings race, as per a press release.

Bhullar ultimately fell away to T19 after a four-over final round, while Ormsby, the 2023 International Series Thailand champion, edged out International Series Morocco winner Vincent to deny the Zimbabwean a second successive tournament victory on the series.

The result put Vincent top of the Rankings and in pole position for that LIV Golf spot next season, while Ormsby, a two-time Hong Kong Open champion, moved up to third. Bhullar, who sits back in 35th, needs a good result or two as the series heads for a thrilling conclusion with plenty of points at stake in a helter-skelter four tournaments in five weeks.

He said: "It has been a really good year. I have been striking the ball well and staying consistent. In Jakarta, I led for most of the tournament, but Wade played brilliantly over the final stretch. I've been working hard on my mental game - focusing, visualising, meditating - and I feel both mentally and physically in a great place."

With a stacked field including former world No.1 Dustin Johnson and fellow major champions Patrick Reed, Charl Schwartzel, and Louis Oosthuizen, as well as another 11 LIV Golf stars, Bhullar won't have it easy.

He said, "The approach is always the same - 72 holes, make more birdies, fewer bogeys. But it's fantastic to see such a strong field. Having these superstars here supports what the International Series has been striving for, and it's great for the growth of golf in Asia."

Other Indian golfers in the star-studded field this week include highly rated Rayhan Thomas, SSP Chawrasia, Ajeetesh Sandhu, and Karandeep Khochhar. International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus takes place from 23-26 October at Sta. Elena Golf Club.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Bhullar needs to work on his final round performance. Leading for 3 rounds and then finishing T19 shows mental pressure getting to him. Hope he learns from Jakarta experience.
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Arjun K
Great to see so many Indian golfers in the field! Thomas, Chawrasia, Sandhu, Khochhar - we have a strong contingent. Hope at least one of them makes the cut and challenges the LIV stars.
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Sarah B
Playing against Dustin Johnson and other major champions is a huge opportunity for Bhullar. Even if he doesn't win, the experience will be invaluable for his career growth.
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Vikram M
Bhullar at 35th in rankings needs to make these last 4 tournaments count. The LIV Golf spot would be life-changing for Indian golf. Let's support our players! 🏌️‍♂️
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Michael C
His attitude is really positive despite the Jakarta disappointment. "72 holes, make more birdies, fewer bogeys" - simple but effective approach. Wishing him all the best!

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