Wynn Macau Ltd continued its efforts to promote Macau as a hub for sports tourism by hosting its second annual International Series Macau golf event in March.
Wynn hosted the prestigious 2025 International Series Macau in March, with Mexico’s Carlos Ortiz storming home to claim the championship trophy and a US$360,000 first-place prize.
First run in 2024, the International Series Macau was the second stop of the Asian Tour International Series this year, attracting 17 LIV golf stars – including three major champions – alongside the cream of the Asian Tour. By cementing victory, Ortiz also booked his place at this year’s The Open Championship, taking place at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland in July. Runner up Patrick Reed and third-placed Jason Kokrak also qualified for The Open.
The 2025 International Series Macau presented by Wynn was held at Macau Golf and Country Club, with Linda Chen, President, Vice Chairman and Executive Director of Wynn Macau, Limited, commenting at the presentation ceremony, “We are pleased to celebrate the successful conclusion of this year’s tournament and we would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the Macao SAR Government for their continued support in making this world-class golf event a resounding success. Over the past few days, the players have demonstrated exceptional talent and sportsmanship, taking the competition to an even higher level in Macau.
“Moving forward, Wynn will continue to fully support the Government’s ‘1+4’ appropriate diversification development strategy by hosting an array of enticing events for tourists and residents of Macau in partnership with a variety of stakeholders throughout the community.”
This year’s event attracted some of the biggest names in world golf, including former Masters champions Reed and Sergio Garcia, alongside reigning Asian Tour Order of Merit champion John Catlin, Hong Kong’s Taichi Kho, mainland China’s Wu Ashun and Macau local Kelvin Si.
On the opening day of the event, which kicked off with a ceremonial tee shot on the first tee and a lion dance ceremony, The International Series presented a US$25,000 check to Macau Special Olympics (MSO) as part of its commitment to support host destinations and help the development of sport across the wider community in Macau.
Rahul Singh, Head of The International Series, and Wynn’s Chen, handed over the check to MSO National Director Sui Yu Hong, along with athlete Sin Kei Cheong.
On the second day of the tournament, The International Series also held a coaching clinic for MSO athletes, sharing a range of tips on chipping and putting for the 30 assembled MSO athletes.
Attending guests included Chen and Siu as well as golf stars Liang Wenchong, Sampson Zheng and Si plus Hong Kong celebrities Simon Yam and Angelababy.
Singh said, “The International Series has a commitment to supporting our host communities, and our contribution to the Macau Special Olympics aligns with our efforts to grow the game and bring it to a wider demographic across the whole community.”
Added Chen, “Our partnership with Macau Special Olympics for this special golf clinic underscores Wynn’s unwavering commitment to nurturing and maximizing the potential of MSO’s athletes, as well as fostering inclusivity and unity within our community. Through initiatives like this, we strive to promote well-being, honor the essence of the game and contribute to the diversification of Macau as a hub for sports and tourism.”
The 2025 International Series Macau presented by Wynn took place from 20 to 23 March.
