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Avaricio and Uy Spearhead Philippine Challenge and Enter Qingdao Women's Open

Chanelle Avaricio and Daniella Uy would carry the Philippine flag almost single-handedly as they are expected to cope up with a formidable field bannered by China Ladies Professional Golf Association Tour standouts and some of Asia’s brightest emerging talents in the Max Caihong Qingdao Women’s Open. The tournament would get underway Thursday to Sunday at the Qingdao Huashan International Country Club in Shandong, China.

Avaricio and Uy carry PH banner in Qingdao
Author
Rita Maria Reyes
Published
Jun 24, 2026

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It was initially announced that the Filipina duo would be joined by Yvon Bisera, who recently delivered an impressive runner-up finish in the Singapore Ladies Masters. However, it was reported that visa complications were encountered by the athlete, which resulted to her withdrawal from the 54holes championship with a purse of eight hundred thousand Chinese yuan. Steps are being taken by Pilipinas Golf to address such administrative hurdles. If the organization provides sufficient logistical supports, unless external delays occur, players will not miss out on vital international exposures.

Despite the setback, the remaining team oversee their own rigorous trainings, eager to display their precision, patience and fighting spirit. Avaricio tees off at 1:08 p.m. on No. 10 alongside Chinese amateur Yu Zeng and seasoned Thai campaigner Wad Phaewchimplee. The Ladies Philippine Golf Tour standout will look to capitalize on her experience, e.g., her recent local victories, to secure a strong opening round.

Uy, meanwhile, kicks off her bid at 12:57 p.m. from the first tee, where she is paired with China’s Weiyi Yan and Thailand’s Tunrada Piddon. Known for her consistency, Uy hopes to gain early momentum on a challenging course.

Heading the field is China’s Xiang Sui, who enters the week brimming with confidence after ending a three-year title drought with a victory over Bisera earlier this month. The 27-year-old ace launches her campaign at 12:02 p.m. from No. 1 in the company of Chinese amateur Zixin Ni and Thailand’s Kan Bunnabodee.

With homegrown Chinese stars eager to shine and several rising regional talents chasing valuable ranking points, Avaricio and Uy face a stern challenge. But the Filipino pair would be determined to rise to the occasion and contend for honors in one of the key events of the season.