Manila, Oct. 26 -- Local hero Miguel Tabuena delighted home fans and withstood a barrage of birdies from his nearest rivals, as a solid seven-under par 65 proved good enough for a dominating three-shot win in the USD 2 million International Series Philippines while India's Gaganjeet Bhullar (69) was tied seventh at 16-under on Sunday.

Playing at his home course, Sta. Elena Golf Club, just a week after he had to pull out of the SJM Macao Open with neck spasms, Tabuena finished on a 24-under total, while the Japanese duo of Kazuki Higa (65) and Yosuke Asaji (67) were tied second at 21-under, according to a press release from LIV Golf.

The win, Tabuena's fourth, makes him the most successful Filipino golfer on the Asian Tour. The previous ...