Filipino golfer Pauline Del Rosario rockets into Top 10 at Epson Tour 

Filipino golfer Pauline del Rosario capped off a spectacular final round at the Epson Tour Atlantic Beach Classic in Florida, finishing tied for ninth alongside Kaleiya Romero. 

Her closing 6-under-par 65 not only vaulted her into the top 10 but also showcased her resilience after starting the final round even par.

Del Rosario’s performance over the three-day tournament included rounds of 69-73 before her final surge, leaving her at 6-under overall with a total of 207. 

Her impressive finish earned her $7,054 in prize money, a promising boost for her campaign in the Epson Tour, the official LPGA Qualifying circuit.

Other Filipinos in the field also made their mark. Dottie Ardina ended up in 29th place, while Clariss Guce tied for 36th alongside Bianca Pagdanganan. Tomita Arejola finished 59th, rounding out the strong Filipino presence in the tournament.

The event was dominated by Mexico’s representatives, with Isabella Fierro claiming the title with a four-stroke lead, posting a final-day 4-under 67 and finishing 13 under at 200. 

Her compatriot Maria Fassi followed closely in second place. Fierro pocketed $37,500 and 500 points, giving her a strong head start in the season-long Epson Tour standings.

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Del Rosario’s performance not only signals her growing competitiveness but also her potential to secure an LPGA Tour card for 2027. 

With only the top 15 in season-long points earning LPGA status, her top-10 finish at the opening event is a critical step toward achieving that goal.

The Atlantic Beach Classic also highlighted the depth of talent in women’s golf, with multiple international competitors challenging for the title. 

Fierro’s dominance underscores the high level of play, while Del Rosario’s comeback in the final round exemplifies the grit and determination required to compete at this level.

For Del Rosario, this tournament could serve as a springboard, both in confidence and ranking. If she can maintain this form in the upcoming events, she could emerge as a consistent presence on the Epson Tour leaderboard and a serious contender for a future LPGA Tour card.

Beyond individual performances, the strong Filipino presence in the Epson Tour reflects the rising standard of women’s golf in the Philippines, with players like Del Rosario, Ardina, Pagdanganan, and Arejola proving that they can compete on an international stage. Their collective effort highlights a promising future for Philippine golf in the professional arena.

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