In a virtual repeat but with a dash of drama and dispute lacking in last year’s championship, Miguel Tabuena pulled off a memorable victory in the 100th Solaire Philippine Open on Saturday, edging Thai Prom Meesawat in sudden death to reclaim the coveted crown at The Country Club in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Tabuena, 23, recovered from an ego-deflating third round blunder that cost him a crucial two-stroke penalty Friday, hitting clutch birdies late in regulation to force a playoff at 289 with a 71 then outduelling the veteran Meesawat, who closed out with a 72, on the first playoff hole.

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