SUNGJAE IM AND WANG WEI-HSUAN SHARE LEAD AFTER ROUND THREE AT SJM MACAO OPEN 2026
CHINESE RISING STAR ANDI XU IN CONTENTION
[Macao SAR, 17 October, 2026]: Seven-time professional tour champion Sungjae Im and Wang Wei-hsuan of Chinese Taipei will head to the final round of the SJM Macao Open 2026 as joint leaders after carding a total 14-under-par after three rounds of competition.
Korean star Im had a mixed day by his standards. He started the day three shots ahead of the field but was only able to improve his score by one after a five birdie, two bogey, and one double bogey round.
The highest-ranked player in the SJM Macao Open 2026 draw said: “Today was not as good as the first two days, but I am glad it was still an under-par round. The conditions were definitely different today with more back-to-back wind, and much stronger than before. The pins were also harder, and the fact that the wind direction kept changing, which made today difficult.”
Last year’s runner-up Wang continued his impressive run through the tournament with a steady three-under-par, total-67, third round effort. The 27-year-old, who lost a tightly contested sudden-death play-off against Dominic Foos last year, remains on track for back-to-back successful SJM Macao Open campaigns.
Wang commented: “The wind felt stronger today, and I was fortunate to be able to salvage pars on a few holes. I feel quite confident here at this tournament, it is a course I enjoy playing on. I will try and stay as relaxed as possible tomorrow during the final round. When facing world-class competitors, it is important to remain composed and stay in a relaxed state of mind to compete well.”
Justin Quiban of the Philippines and Chinese sensation Andi Xu find themselves at tied third place, four shots adrift of the leaders after solid third rounds of five-under-par and three-under-par, respectively.
The 24-year-old sensation from China, who became the first player from his country to win on the Asian Development Tour, said: “I think I did a good job focusing on my golf game. Playing with great players like Kevin Na and Charles Courter makes you appreciate the incredible opportunity of being out there competing. I focused on that, and less about the pressure, and being all tied up. The greens are pretty fast here so you cannot approach it too aggressively. I controlled my pace pretty well today. I am just trying to hit good putts and do my best out there.”
Many famous names are hot on the heels of the four at the top as Henrik Stenson, Paul Casey, Pavit Tangkamolprasert, and Travis Smyth all carded impressive third rounds to lie only a further shot behind Quiban and Xu, at nine-under-par.
Title-sponsored by SJM Resorts, S.A. (“SJM”) for the fourth consecutive year, the prestigious event is one of the major sporting highlights on Macao’s annual international events calendar, and a cornerstone event on the Asian Tour, with a history of bringing amazing experiences for players and fans alike. The tournament will take place from 15-18 October at the spectacularly scenic Macau Golf & Country Club, located along the South China Sea, with international stars and elite regional talents competing for the coveted title.
In its 23-year history, the Macao Open has grown into a highlight on the Asian Tour calendar, attracting major champions such as Ernie Els, Nick Faldo, Fred Couples, Padraig Harrington, and Vijay Singh. Zhang Lianwei, a pioneer of golf in China, has won the prestigious event twice and remains the only golfer to have successfully defended his title in the tournament’s history.
Admission to the SJM Macao Open 2026 is once again free to the public. Fans can register for complimentary tickets from today, with each person able to request up to four tickets. For more information and to secure your tickets, please visit www.sjmmacaoopen.com.
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About Sports Bureau of Macao SAR Government (MSB)
Sports Bureau of Macao SAR Government, under the capacity of the Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macao SAR Government, is a public organization of administration autonomy. The organization is responsible for the implementation of sport strategy and policy formulated by the Macao SAR Government. Its objective is to stimulate, encourage, and promote all kind of sports in Macao, also to create an essential condition for sport development.
For the development of competitive sports and ‘Sport for all’, Sports Bureau of Macao SAR Government organizes various high level international sport competitions as well as recreational classes and thematic ‘Sport for all’ activities each year, in an endeavor to promote the international status of Macao, reinforce communication and co-operation with other countries and cites, enhance citizens’ quality of life and arouse their interest in sport, so as to accelerate and facilitate the enhancement of the level of sport in Macau.
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About SJM Resorts, S.A.
SJM Resorts, S.A. (“SJM”) is a signature enterprise in Macau’s integrated tourism and leisure industry and a principal subsidiary of SJM Holdings Limited, listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx 880). Its iconic “Lisboa” hotels, including Grand Lisboa Macau and Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau, are enduring symbols of the city’s tourism legacy. Located in Cotai, Grand Lisboa Palace features 1,892 rooms and suites across three distinctive hotel towers: Grand Lisboa Palace Macau, THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU, and Asia’s first Palazzo Versace Macau, making it the only resort in the world to house two designer-branded hotels.
SJM is a steadfast advocate for Macau’s development as an international sports and wellness destination. By bringing elite, world-class branded sporting experiences to the city, SJM seeks to attract new visitor segments, broaden Macau’s global appeal, and reinforce its positioning as a “World Centre of Tourism and Leisure” through the synergy of “Sports + Tourism.” At the same time, SJM is committed to nurturing home-grown talent while also contributing to China’s broader sports development and the elevation of athletic standards through cross-border collaboration across the Greater Bay Area.
Its multi-year title sponsorships of marquee events include the CTA Tour SJM Professional Finals (Macau) and National Tennis Championships, the SJM Macao Open, the SJM Theodore Racing Team at the Macau Grand Prix, the SJM Macau International Dragon Boat Races, and the Asian Wushu Championships, among others. By leading at the intersection of sports, tourism and social responsibility, SJM continues to build a legacy of excellence in sport — inspiring local pride, expanding Macau’s international visibility, and advancing the city’s long-term development as a “City of Sports.”
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About Asian Tour
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Celebrated as the most vibrant, youthful and diverse golf tour in the world, it has built a reputation for intense competition on the course and warm camaraderie off it.
The Tour, which was launched in 2004, is responsible for looking after the best interests of over 350 members, representing 35 countries managing a year-long schedule of events across five continents. With Asia being the next powerhouse region for golf, the Tour is the steward of its legacy. Central to its structure is the Asian Tour Order of Merit – a points-based player ranking system.
Since 2022, The International Series has featured prominently. Consisting of 10 upper-tier events integrated into the schedule, the landmark initiative provides a pathway to the LIV Golf League via The International Series Rankings.
The Tour is the official sanctioning body for professional golf in the region and a member of the International Federation of PGA Tours. Also, it is an affiliate of The R&A and all sanctioned events qualify for Official World Golf Ranking points.
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Its eco-system also includes the Qualifying School which attracts over 650 entrants vying for 35 cards for the following season.
In 2018, it set up Asian Tour Destinations – an affiliate network with exclusive, world-class golfing venues across the region.
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