Davao City to host Philippine Amateur Open from August 27 to 31

The stage is set for the Philippine Amateur Open Golf Championship 2025 as the country’s top amateur golfers gear up to battle on the storied fairways of Apo Golf & Country Club in Davao City from August 27 to 31.

Organized by the National Golf Association of the Philippines (NGAP) and part of the PLDT Group National Amateur Golf Tour, the prestigious event is recognized by the World Amateur Golf Ranking—giving Filipino players a chance to earn valuable points and elevate their international standing.

The action begins with an official practice round on August 26, followed by two days of stroke-play qualifiers on August 27 and 28.

Only the sharpest contenders will advance to the high-stakes match-play rounds from August 29 to 31, where the country’s next amateur champions will be crowned.

Competitors will be divided into two divisions based on the July 15 WHS Handicap Index:

• Men’s Division: Handicap Index 8.0 and below
• Ladies’ Division: Handicap Index 12.0 and below

Known for its demanding layout and rich history, Apo Golf is expected to test every facet of the competitors’ games.

For the country’s elite amateurs, the stakes are high—national bragging rights, ranking points, and a potential springboard to the international golf stage. The quest for amateur glory begins in Davao!