Tom McKibbin Punches Ticket to Masters With LIV Golf Breakout
Summary
Tom McKibbin, a 22-year-old golfer from Northern Ireland, won the International Series Hong Kong Open, securing a spot in both the 2026 Masters and the 145th Open Championship. His victory comes with a 72-hole scoring record and is his first win in the Asian Tour and International Series.Key Facts
- Tom McKibbin is a 22-year-old golfer from Northern Ireland.
- He won the International Series Hong Kong Open with a score of 27-under.
- McKibbin set a new scoring record for the event, including a 10-under 60 in the first round.
- His victory earned him $36,000 from a $2 million prize pool.
- With this win, McKibbin qualified for the 2026 Masters and the 145th Open Championship.
- McKibbin previously participated in major tournaments but had not qualified for the Masters before.
- This win is McKibbin's first title in the Asian Tour and International Series.
- He credited his success to the support from his LIV Golf team, Legion XIII.
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