In a first for The International Series, two of Thailand’s top golf clubs will host back-to-back events in October, completing the 2024 schedule. The Black Mountain Championship at Black Mountain Golf Club will run from October 17-20, followed by the International Series Thailand at Thai Country Club from October 24-27.
$24 Million Total Purse
These will be the fifth and sixth tournaments on The International Series, part of the Asian Tour offering a pathway to the LIV Golf League. With US$2 million purses for both events, the total prize fund for 2024 now stands at US$23.5 million.
Rahul Singh, Head of The International Series
Rahul Singh, Head of The International Series, said: “Returning to Thailand, a true heartland for the Asian Tour, for a third consecutive year is an important statement on our schedule. It highlights the enduring appeal of the brand in traditional Asian golf markets as we continue to diversify into new markets.
“These two key dates will go a long way towards settling the race for The International Series Rankings this season, and the venues are fitting locations as some of the world’s best players look to secure all-important places on the rankings as the season reaches a thrilling conclusion.”
Cho Minn Thant, Asian Tour Commissioner
Cho Minn Thant, Commissioner & CEO of the Asian Tour, said: “Thailand has always been an important destination for the Asian Tour, and we are delighted to confirm back-to-back high-profile tournaments this year. It works from a player perspective, and also for golf fans from the region.”
Black Mountain Championship
This will be the inaugural edition of the Black Mountain Championship – although Black Mountain Golf Club, in Hua Hin, has been a regular Asian Tour venue for the past 15 years having hosted seven events since 2009, including the past two International Series Thailand tournaments.
The Thailand dates follow on from International Series events in Oman, Macau, Morocco and England, and slot into a three-week run that continues with the Indonesian Masters from 31 October to 3 November.
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One player that will be keen to tee it up at Black Mountain, will be Thailand and former Asian Tour number one Kiradech Aphibarnrat who said: “Playing in front of my family, all my fans coming over to support, being with my friends on tour – I really want to win this week. I’m going to try as hard as I can to get the job done.
Three week closing swing
Another three-week swing will conclude the season, with the Hong Kong Open taking place on 21-24 November, followed by International Series Qatar from 27-30 November and the PIF Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisers rounding off the season from 4-7 December.
The International Series Rankings champion will gain automatic entry onto the LIV Golf League for the 2025 season, while over 30 of the top-ranked players will also be eligible for entry into the LIV Golf Promotions event. Last season, a further three players qualified for the LIV Golf League at that innovative event.
