Miguel Tabuena climbs to tied 19th in PIF Saudi International

Filipino golfer Miguel Tabuena is competing in the PIF Saudi International, aiming for a LIV Golf spot through the International Series Rankings.

His dramatic victory at the International Series Philippines has transformed Tabuena into a legitimate contender for this lucrative opportunity.

Tabuena made an important first step toward a potential LIV Golf League breakthrough after firing a bogey-free 68 to cruise into the weekend.

With direct rival Yosuke Asaji shockingly missing the cut, the window for Tabuena's long-shot bid has creaked open.

Despite his clean card, Tabuena slipped three spots to a share of 19th with a 135 total at the Riyadh Golf Club.

He now faces the pressure of producing two exceptional rounds if he wants to contend for the coveted second LIV slot, especially with notable golfers like Joaquin Niemann, Sergio Garcia, Talor Gooch, John Catlin, and Dustin Johnson also missing the cut.