Singapore Open kicks off with a bang at the Singapore Island Country Club
The 2025 Singapore Open opened today with a buzz of excitement at the Singapore Island Country Club, the venue’s first use of the new full‑size course in a quarter of a century. Indian star Gaganjeet Bhullar put the tournament on his radar right from the start, recording seven birdies and only two bogeys to finish tied for 10th after the opening round.
Bhullar’s 67 score—five under par—was the best among the front‑line Indian players. He is only three shots behind the field leader, South Korean Jeunghun Wang, who posted an impressive 64 (eight under par) on a high‑scoring day. Wang’s performance, featuring nine birdies and just one bad shot, clinched the top spot on the leaderboard.
Ajeetesh Sandhu and veteran SSP Chawrasia also finished good, each carding a 70 (two under), putting them a shot further back from Bhullar. Meanwhile, Thai golfer Kiradech Aphibarnrat and compatriot Gunn Charoenkul, as well as Zimbabwe’s Kieran Vincent, matched Wang with 65s. Kiradech bled a minute on the final hole, tying the top of the field.
The tournament itself returns after a 2022 hiatus and marks the first time the Singapore Open plays the new SICC layout. Experienced players such as Germany’s Dominic Foos (recent Macao Open champion) and Americans Micah Shin and Ollie Schniederjans posted 66s to sit among the next best performers.
Jeunghun Wang, 30, has been on a comeback trail after a near‑decade break for national service. He feels the comeback is working, saying his irons were “really good” and that his putting was “hot.” He’s hoping this could be the win that ends an eight‑year title drought.
Kiradech Aphibarnrat, the 2013 Asian Tour Order of Merit champion, struggled early but still managed nine birdies; however, a water hazard on the 18th forced a tough finish. He noted the rough altered the ball’s flight, sending it into the water.
Gunn Charoenkul, fighting to keep his Asian Tour card, opened the tournament with a strong round, hoping the win could secure his status for next season. He admitted health and equipment issues affected his play earlier this season, but is hoping the familiar greens will help him regain rhythm.
The field also includes the International Series star, Scott Vincent, and his brother Kieran Vincent, both showing solid form. Asian Tour leaders Kazuki Higa (Japan) and the local favorite Troy Storm—a 16‑year‑old amateur who recently represented Singapore—also posted competitive scores, bolstering local interest.
With the new course underfoot and players in top form, the 2025 Singapore Open promises a thrilling week of golf in beautiful Singapore. Stay tuned for the next round as competitors battle for the lead and a chance at prize money in the U.S. $2 million event.
Source: ianslive
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