After three days of intense competition, Laguna Lăng Cô witnessed emotional moments as the new champion of the Faldo Series Asia 2026 Grand Final was officially crowned.
Overcoming formidable rivals from across Asia, Coby Carruthers demonstrated a resilient spirit and brilliant strategy. The tournament reached a fever pitch when Carruthers finished the regulation 54 holes deadlocked with his rival at 11-under par, forcing a high-stakes playoff. With consistent rounds of 70 – 63 – 69, Coby Carruthers made a spectacular breakthrough at the decisive hole to claim the ultimate glory with a total score of 202.
Sharing the spotlight, these exceptional golfers delivered outstanding performances to secure the following positions:
- Overall Champion: Coby Carruthers
- Boys’ U21 Champion: Coby Carruthers
- Boys’ U21 Runner-up: Yuki Miya
- Girls’ U21 Champion: Nana Fujiwara
- Girls’ U21 Runner-up: Le Chuc An
- Boys’ U16 Champion: Nguyen Trong Hoang
- Boys’ U16 Runner-up: Daichi Hayashi
- Girls’ U16 Champion: Sumin Lee
- Girls’ U16 Runner-up: Ayeon Yang
Faldo Series Asia 2026 has delivered truly emotional moments, where young talents showcased their competitive grit, sportsmanship, and ambition to reach the top. These victories are not only the result of relentless effort but also an inspiration for the next generation of golfers, propelling Asian golf further on the global stage.
