Englishman Aaron Rai Wins his first PGA Tour event moving to his best position held in the Official World Golf Ranking

Aaron Rai secured his first PGA TOUR victory at the Wyndham Championship, triumphing in a thrilling final round at Sedgefield Country Club and moving him into his best position held in the Official World Golf Ranking.

11TH AUGUST 2024 | 11:00 PM

News for the 12 Eligible Official World Golf Ranking Tournaments


PGA Tour - Wyndham Championship     

Aaron Rai secured his first PGA TOUR victory at the Wyndham Championship, triumphing in a thrilling final round at Sedgefield Country Club. Rai's composed performance, including critical birdies on the back nine, led to a rollercoaster finish where he outlasted his competitors. This breakthrough win marks a significant milestone in Rai's career, earning him a spot in the FedEx Cup Playoffs and boosting his confidence for future tournaments. Aaron Rai moves to his best position held in the Official World Golf Rankings moving 26 places.

For the full story follow the link below:

https://www.pgatour.com/article/news/latest/2024/08/11/aaron-rai-journey-leads-to-breakthrough-first-victory-at-rollercoaster-wyndham-championship-maiden-win-sedgefield-country-club

Points Won - 50.1556

World Number 48 - 22

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Korn Ferry Tour - Pinnacle Bank Championship presented by Woodhouse            

Matt McCarty secured his second Korn Ferry Tour victory of the season at the Pinnacle Bank Championship, finishing with a final-round 65 at The Club at Indian Creek in Omaha. His total of 17-under was enough to edge out the competition by two strokes. This win strengthens McCarty’s position on the Korn Ferry Tour Points List, moving him closer to earning his PGA TOUR card for the upcoming season.

For the full story follow the link below:

https://www.pgatour.com/korn-ferry-tour/article/news/daily-wrapup/2024/08/11/matt-mccarty-second-win-season-pinnacle-bank-championship-final-round-recap-omaha

Points Won - 14.0234

Multi Win Bonus Points - 4

Total Points - 18.0234

World Number 153 - 101

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Japan Golf Tour - Yokohama Minato Championship Fujiki Centennial     

Ryosuke Kinoshita secured a dramatic victory at the Japan Open Golf Championship, earning his second career title on the Japan Golf Tour. Kinoshita finished at 10-under, edging out Ryo Ishikawa by one stroke in a thrilling final round. His consistent play throughout the tournament, especially under pressure, was key to his success. This win solidifies Kinoshita's status as one of Japan's top golfers.

For the full story follow the link below:

https://www.jgto.org/en/news/33212

Points Won - 6.4694

Multi Win Bonus Points - 3.8816

Total Points - 10.351

World Number 371 - 238

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Asian Tour - International Series England             

Peter Uihlein captured his first Asian Tour victory with a commanding performance, securing the title smashing the course record with a 61(-10) . Uihlein's had a strong play throughout the tournament, but the American stole the show on Sunday on the Longcross course at Foxhills Club & Resort, carding a scorching bogey-free eight-under-par 63, for a four-round total of 20-under, and a seven-shot victory over England’s Andy Sullivan and Caleb Surratt. This victory adds another significant achievement to his career, marking his debut win on the Asian Tour.

For the full story follow the link below:

https://asiantour.com/blog/brilliant-uihlein-records-emphatic-first-asian-tour-win

Points Won - 10.4246

World Number 524 - 271

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Challenge Tour - Farmfoods Scottish Challenge supported by the R&A   

Brandon Robinson-Thompson clinched his second Challenge Tour title with a dominant eight-stroke victory at the Farmfoods Scottish Challenge supported by The R&A. A dominant victory at the Northern Ireland Open, finishing 20-under par for his first Challenge Tour title. He led by three strokes entering the final round and maintained his lead with a composed performance. This win boosts Thompson’s ranking in the Road to Mallorca standings, bringing him closer to earning a full DP World Tour card.

For the full story follow the link below:

https://www.europeantour.com/challenge-tour/news/articles/detail/robinson-thompson-seals-dominant-victory-in-aberdeen/

Points Won - 5.7274

World Number 406 - 284

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Nordic Golf League - Forsbacka Open by Folksam            

Jesper Sandborg claimed victory at the Forsbacka Open by Folksam by 3 shots finishing with a final score of -12 under after 2 rounds. The 3rd and final round was cancelled due to the bad weather. Although the weather cancelled the final round Jesper Sandborg played some fantastic golf shooting 64 (-8) first round and 68 (-4) 2nd round (final round).

For the full story follow the link below:

https://danish.golf/ecco-tour/#/competition/4247999/results

Points Won - 1.2841

Multi Win Bonus Points - 0.7705

Total Points - 2.0546

World Number 950 - 747

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All Thailand Golf Tour - Singha all Thailand Memorial    

Ekpharit Wu & Chonjarern Baramithanaseth both finished on 13 under for the Singha all Thailand Memorial 2024 but there can only be one winner. Ekpharit Wu claimed victory on the first playoff hole with a birdie defeating Chonjarern. Ekpharit also had the better final round with a 68 ( -3) compared to Chonjarern who finished his final round 71 (Level).

For the full story follow the link below:

https://www.allthailandgolftour.com/news/detail/4572

Points Won - 1.2048

World Number 1188 - 965

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Clutch Pro Tour - St Mellion       

English Tom Sloman finished his final round with a 71 (-1)  to take home the win in St Melion with a total finishing score of -4 under winning by just one shot to Tyler Hogarty who finished on -3 under. Sloman.

For the full Leaderboard follow the link below:

https://www.clutchprotour.co.uk/

Points Won - 0.9623

World Number 1329 - 1091

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Professional Golf Tour of India -  Mysuru Open hosted by JWGC

Twenty-year-old Shaurya Binu of Bengaluru saw it home with a gallant final round performance of five-under 65 in a closely-fought affair at the INR 1 Crore Mysuru Open 2024 Hosted by Jayachamaraja Wadiyar Golf Club (JWGC).

Shaurya (64-64-64-65) totaled 23-under 257 to prevail by one shot over Patna’s Aman Raj (62-67-66-63) who carded a brilliant 63 in the last round. Binu, who bagged the winning cheque worth INR 15 lakh, thus lifted his second trophy of the season to climb up three spots to fifth place in the TATA Steel PGTI Ranking. 

For the full story follow the link below:

https://pgtofindia.com/news/2600

Points Won - 0.7741

Multi Win Bonus Points - 0.4644

Total Points - 1.2385

World Number 1584 - 1175

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China Tour - Wuhan Modern·Land Beyond Sky Open      

Xiao Bowen wins the Wuhan Modern·Land Beyond Sky Open by one shot ahead of Zihao Jin finishing with a total score of -6 under and a final round score of -4 under.

For the full Leaderboard follow the link below:

http://competitions.cgagolf.org.cn/en/golf/gamestation_results.do?id=177

Points Won - 0.6279

World Number 1552 - 1315

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Gira de Golf Professional Mexicana - Mexico City Open

The native of Pachuca, Hidalgo, José Cristóbal Islas became the first player in the history of the Mexican Professional Tour (GPM) to win a title as an amateur and now as a professional. The 21-year-old player took over the Mexico City Open. José Cristobal Islas emerged as the first champion of the 2024-25 season, securing victory via play off against Luis Gerardo Garza on the second play off hole. Both played finished the tournament on -11 under par. This win marks a significant milestone in Islas' career, setting a strong tone for the season ahead.

For the full story follow the link below:

https://www.giramx.golf/post/jos%C3%A9-cristobal-islas-primer-campe%C3%B3n-de-la-temporada-2024-25

Points Won - 0.9254

World Number 2391 - 1537

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Big Easy Tour - Betway Big Easy Tour 3   

Warwick Purchase’s first-ever win – both as a professional and as an amateur – came in some dramatic fashion at Glenvista Country Club on Wednesday. Purchase finished strong in the final round, overcoming tough competition to claim the win. His performance was marked by key birdies that pushed him ahead of the field, marking a significant milestone in his career.

For the full story follow the link below:

https://bigeasytour.co.za/purchase-claims-dramatic-victory-for-maiden-pro-title

Points Won - 0.4638

World Number 2122 - 1700

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