Singapore's storied National Open returns this week for its 57th edition, as the Singapore Open presented by The Business Times puts its rich heritage back in the spotlight. Steeped in history and ambition for golf in the nation, the tournament kicks off from April 23-26 at the iconic Sentosa Golf Club. This year's event is the second stop on the 2026 International Series calendar, which offers a direct pathway to the LIV Golf League via its cross-seasonal ranking and also awards two spots for The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale, as the tournament is part of The Open Qualifying Series.
The field includes Lucas Herbert from Ripper GC, Peter Uihlein from RangeGoats GC, Fireballs GC teammates Josele Ballester and Luis Masaveu, as well as LIV Golf Wild Card Travis Smyth, who leads the International Series Rankings. Also featured are former Singapore Open Champions Sadom Kaewkanjana and Jazz Janewattananond.
Since its inaugural staging in 1961, the Singapore Open has been one of the region's longest-running national championships and remains an important platform for the country's leading players to compete on home soil in an elite field. “For our local golfers, this is a chance to make their mark at home, where they can test themselves and compete against some of the world’s best professionals,” said Joshua Ho, Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Golf Association. The tournament’s roll of honour includes former World No. 1 Adam Scott, a three-time winner, and 2017 Masters Champion Sergio Garcia – the captain of Fireballs GC – who claimed the title in 2018. Japan’s Yosuke Asaji capitalised on the momentum of his victory at the 2025 Singapore Open to climb the rankings and secure a full-time spot in this year’s LIV Golf League as a Wild Card.
Now in its second year on the International Series calendar, the tournament has established itself as a flagship regional event, attracting some of the biggest names in golf and a truly world-class field. “Inclusion in the International Series has further elevated the tournament’s profile and attracted a stronger international field, increasing its global relevance,” Ho said. Creating a lasting legacy for golf locally and regionally is another priority for Ho. “Beyond the competition, the Singapore Open plays a vital role in showcasing Singapore as a key golf and sports tourism destination in the region. It brings together international players, partners, and fans, while raising the visibility and popularity of the sport locally. Events of this calibre help firmly establish Singapore on the global golf calendar,” he said. The Sentosa Golf Club is a fitting stage for the National Open, and this marks the tournament’s first return to the venue since 2022. Ho added
