July 3, 2026
The third round of the 2026 CHAU-SHI Series – Din Yue Open, offering a total purse of NT$5 million, was played today (July 3) at Taichung International Golf Club. Japan's Shori Ishizuka carded a flawless 8-under-par 64, featuring one eagle, six birdies and no bogeys. Chang Shih-chang fired a 67, while defending champion Wang Wei-hsuan returned a 68. All three players share the lead at 16-under-par 200 after 54 holes and will tee off together in the final group tomorrow, competing for the championship trophy and the NT$1 million winner's prize.
Japan's Rinkei Shinzato shot a 69 to reach 14-under-par 202, sitting alone in fourth place, two strokes behind the leaders.
Japan's Kosuke Yokokawa and Ryo Noro both matched the day's best round with 64s, while Chan Chia-han posted a 70. The three players are tied for fifth place at 13-under-par 203, three shots behind the co-leaders.
Lee Chieh-po recorded a 67 to move to 12-under-par 204, holding sole eighth place, four shots off the lead and remaining firmly in contention for the title.
The only amateur to make the cut, Ko Liang-yu, shot a 75 for a three-round total of 217, placing 54th.
In tomorrow's final round, players will again start simultaneously from the 1st and 10th tees. The first group will tee off at 7:00 a.m., while the final group will begin at 8:20 a.m. Play is expected to conclude at approximately 1:00 p.m.
The tournament is title-sponsored by Din Yue Gourmet Co., Ltd., organized by the Taiwan Professional Golfers' Association (TPGA), and co-organized by Taichung International Golf Club.
Japan's Shori Ishizuka delivered a flawless performance today with one eagle, six birdies and no bogeys. His driving, iron play and putting were all outstanding. He needed only 29 putts, hit 11 fairways, and reached 17 greens in regulation. On the par-5 18th, he reached the green in two shots, leaving himself a 7-foot eagle putt, which he converted. Of his six birdies, only the one at the 16th came from long range—a 23-foot putt—while the other five birdies were all converted from 10 to 13 feet, demonstrating the exceptional precision of both his iron shots and putting throughout the round.
Ishizuka noted that 64 was his lowest score on the TPGA Tour over the past two years, while his personal career-best round remains 63.
He added that he also created three additional birdie opportunities from 6 to 7 feet. He believes putting will be the key to winning tomorrow, praising the excellent condition of the greens. After capturing the Kyushu Open Golf Championship title in Japan last week, he hopes to maintain the same level of performance in every aspect of his game and claim another victory tomorrow.
He won the Kyushu Open Golf Championship, held in Fukuoka, Japan, from June 24–27, earning the championship title along with ¥2 million in prize money (approximately NT$400,000).
Chang Shih-chang continued to play impressively despite not yet fully recovering from a previous right shoulder injury. He carded six birdies and one bogey for a 67. He was particularly sharp over his first 13 holes, collecting six birdies with precise iron shots and birdie putts ranging from 6 to 9 feet. Although his momentum slowed over the closing five holes, he consistently made pars with solid ball-striking and putting. His only missed opportunity came on the par-5 18th, where an overly aggressive chip left him with a 4-foot birdie putt that narrowly missed.
Chang finished the day with 31 putts, 10 fairways hit, and 17 greens in regulation.
He said he played steadily throughout the round and was satisfied with the consistency of his game. Looking ahead to the final round, he hopes to maintain the same rhythm.
"The course is in excellent condition, and I think there will be plenty of low scores tomorrow. It's really difficult to predict who will win, so I'll just take it one shot at a time and stay relaxed."
His only bogey came at the par-4 5th hole. His tee shot went left, bounced across the cart path into the rough, forcing him to pitch out. He reached the green with his third shot and two-putted for bogey.
Chang also noted that today's hotter and more humid weather made the round physically demanding, but being able to ride in a cart throughout the round helped conserve energy and allowed him to focus fully on his game.
Defending champion Wang Wei-hsuan recorded six birdies and two bogeys for a 68.
His driving was inconsistent on the front nine. He opened with a 24-foot birdie putt on the par-5 4th hole and added another birdie with a 5-foot putt at the 6th. However, wayward tee shots to the right at both the 8th and 9th holes led to missed 4-foot and 5-foot par putts, resulting in consecutive bogeys and a front-nine score of 36.
Wang rebounded strongly on the back nine, making four birdies after improving the accuracy of his tee shots. Better chipping and putting helped him capitalize on scoring opportunities, including birdies at both par-5s—the 13th and 18th holes.
Although he admitted his driving on the front nine was not as solid as he had hoped, he felt the rest of his game remained in good shape and was pleased to finish the day among the leaders.
"I'm just going to enjoy tomorrow's round, stick to my own rhythm and strategy, and focus on playing my own game."
Japan's Ryo Noro also produced a spectacular 64, highlighted by one eagle, six birdies and no bogeys.
His eagle came at the par-5 13th, where he reached the green with a 235-yard second shot, leaving a 10-foot putt that he converted. He also reached both the par-5 4th and 18th holes in two shots and two-putted for birdies. His remaining birdies came from putts ranging between 3 and 7 feet.
Noro said every aspect of his game was working well today, especially his iron play. He hit 15 greens in regulation and needed only 28 putts. Looking ahead to the final round, he said he will do everything possible to capture his first TPGA Tour title while maintaining a patient and steady approach.
Japan's Kosuke Yokokawa also produced a bogey-free round, carding eight birdies to equal his personal lowest score on the TPGA Tour.
Yokokawa said every part of his game performed well today. Although he made a few mistakes off the tee, his short irons and chipping repeatedly helped him recover and create birdie opportunities. His longest birdie putt came at the 16th hole from 26 feet, while all of his other birdie putts were holed from within 13 feet. He also credited his 25 putts as a major reason behind his low score.
Chan Chia-han finished with one eagle, four birdies and four bogeys for a 70. He made one birdie and three bogeys on the front nine, then rallied on the back nine with one eagle, three birdies and one bogey. Chan felt that both his driving and iron play lacked consistency and accuracy today, although he was satisfied with his 28 putts. He hopes to improve his overall performance in tomorrow's final round.
The tournament is being played over 72 holes across four rounds from July 1–4 at Taichung International Golf Club. After upgrading from the TPGA Challenge Tour to a TPGA Tour title sponsor last year, Din Yue Gourmet is serving as the title sponsor for the second consecutive year. This year, the tournament purse has been increased from NT$3 million to NT$5 million, while the winner's prize has doubled from NT$500,000 to NT$1 million, significantly enhancing the level of competition.
In 2023, Din Yue Gourmet and Jude Environmental Co., Ltd. jointly title-sponsored the Din Yue Jude Challenge, followed by the Din Yue Challenge in 2024, with both Challenge Tour events offering total purses of NT$1 million. To provide Taiwanese professionals with a stronger competitive platform, Din Yue Gourmet upgraded to become a title sponsor of the TPGA Tour last year. This year, the company has not only continued its commitment but has also substantially increased the tournament purse.
This tournament is the sixth event of the 2026 TPGA Tour and the fourth event of the 2026 CHAU-SHI Series. The champion will receive NT$1 million, with NT$450,000 awarded to the runner-up and NT$220,000 to the third-place finisher.
The field features 129 professional golfers representing seven countries and regions, including Chinese Taipei, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and the United States. The field includes 104 Taiwanese professionals, along with 14 Taiwanese amateurs competing in the tournament.
The CHAU-SHI Series was established by Mr. Weng Chao-hsi, one of the founders of the Mercuries Group and its Honorary Chairman. Beginning in 2021, when the COVID-19 pandemic significantly reduced both the number of TPGA Tour events and total prize money, Mr. Weng personally became the overall title sponsor and funded six tournaments with NT$2 million per event, contributing a total of NT$12 million and helping rebuild the foundation of the TPGA Tour schedule.
This year marks the sixth consecutive season that the CHAU-SHI Series has been held under the same overall sponsorship model. Each tournament now receives NT$1.5 million in sponsorship support, and the series has expanded to eight tournaments in 2026.
In addition, the CHAU-SHI Series features a special Order of Merit Bonus Award. The player who tops the CHAU-SHI Series money list will receive an additional NT$250,000, sponsored by Mr. Lin Kuo-er, Chairman of Red Forest Construction Co., Ltd., and will also earn an exemption into the following year's Mercuries Taiwan Masters.
Wei Chao-liang, General Manager of Twin Parks Development Co., Ltd., explained that the company's continued support for TPGA tournaments and its annual increases in prize money are rooted in a deep understanding of its clientele.
According to Wei, Twin Parks Development primarily serves the top 10% of consumers in the Taichung, Changhua, Nantou, Miaoli, Yunlin, and Chiayi regions. Internal data analysis shows that more than half of the company's target customers regularly play golf. He noted that by supporting TPGA events, the company hopes to set an example for others while providing Taiwanese professional golfers with a more competitive stage and the most direct support possible. In addition, Twin Parks Development has long served as the title sponsor of all-age slow jogging events, continuing to promote sports culture and public health as important elements of urban aesthetics.
Wei added that although Twin Parks Development is a real estate developer, the company has always regarded itself as "an integrator of a better lifestyle." Over the years, it has devoted significant resources to creating a comprehensive lifestyle ecosystem encompassing food, fashion, housing, transportation, education, leisure, and wellness, providing more complete services not only to its residents but also through partnerships such as TPGA.
In terms of food, the company operates the highly acclaimed Din Yue Gourmet restaurant. For fashion, it serves as the exclusive Taiwan distributor of the global luxury brand Giorgio Armani. In transportation, the company maintains a fleet of seven premium chauffeur-driven vehicles while also providing professional vehicle cleaning services for residents. In the areas of education, recreation, and health, its YouYoung Sports Club not only serves residents but has also established a Professional Sports Recovery Station at this week's tournament, offering professional sports care services to both players and VIP guests.
Wei noted that Twin Parks Development's business philosophy closely mirrors the development of professional golfers—both are built through years of steadily accumulating expertise, reputation, and trust. Since its establishment in 2004, the company has earned its reputation through high-quality construction and customer service. In 2018, it made the strategic decision to establish its own property management company, marking a major milestone in enhancing residents' quality of life. Over the past eight years, the company has grown to 160 employees serving five residential communities, earning an outstanding reputation within the industry and attracting many experienced professionals. This has created a win-win environment in which employees can fully demonstrate their expertise while achieving a strong sense of professional accomplishment.
Wei emphasized that it was precisely because Twin Parks Development established its own property management company and remained committed to proactive planning that many of its subsequent business ventures became possible. He explained that the company initially introduced six daily meal services within its residential communities and later recognized residents' growing demand, ultimately leading to the creation of Din Yue Gourmet. Likewise, its early community chauffeur services gradually expanded to include professional car detailing, beauty, skincare, and nail care services. Each year, the company carefully evaluates residents' evolving needs and plans ahead accordingly—an approach that closely resembles the mindset of professional golfers, who continuously challenge themselves in pursuit of higher levels of performance.
The core values of Twin Parks Development are "Architecture, Art, and Better Living." While serving as a title sponsor of TPGA tournaments, the company continues to pursue constant learning and self-improvement, just as professional golfers do. Players must overcome challenges and strive for progress in every tournament, with their greatest opponent ultimately being themselves. Wei believes this philosophy closely parallels the company's commitment to continuous self-reflection, understanding customer needs, and ongoing improvement.
In closing, Wei expressed his admiration for the dedication and high standards maintained by professional golfers. He emphasized that the professional aspects should be left entirely to the players and wished all competitors continued success and even better performances in the tournaments ahead.
Din Yue Gourmet — Bringing Together World-Class Wine Collections and Life's Most Memorable Moments Through Extraordinary Banquets
Din Yue Gourmet is Taiwan's only standalone fine dining clubhouse, built around the philosophy of "One Exclusive Banquet, One Unforgettable Experience." From intimate private dinners for two, corporate receptions, product launches, and tournament gala dinners to grand banquets for up to 400 guests, it provides an elegant venue that combines exclusivity, ceremony, and international standards.
The clubhouse features 20 private dining rooms accommodating gatherings of 2 to 60 guests. Its second-floor Starlight Grand Ballroom is designed as an exclusive-use venue with seating for 36 banquet tables, equipped with Taiwan's largest 673-inch P1.5 Ultra HD 8K LED display and a Bose theater-quality sound system, making it an ideal setting for corporate celebrations, product launches, international forums, award ceremonies, and luxury weddings. Every event enjoys complete privacy without sharing the venue with other functions.
Located on B2 of Din Yue Gourmet, the Tai Bai Wine Cellar serves as an extension of the clubhouse's hospitality experience. Covering approximately 1,520 square meters, it houses more than 150,000 bottles of fine wines, including over 750 labels from 15 countries. The cellar has received the prestigious Best of Award of Excellence (Two Glasses) from Wine Spectator for five consecutive years. Its team also regularly participates in the renowned Hospices de Beaune Charity Wine Auction in France, acquiring world-class auction wines and bringing them back to Taiwan.
Beyond its extensive international wine collection, the Tai Bai Wine Cellar also offers 38 ultra-VIP private wine storage rooms, each maintained under independent temperature- and humidity-controlled conditions and capable of storing approximately 200 to 260 cases of wine. Designed for business leaders, collectors, and wine enthusiasts, the cellar provides exclusive storage facilities alongside professional sommelier service and refined Cantonese cuisine led by Executive Chef Lai Yuan-hui. Together, Din Yue Gourmet seamlessly integrates fine dining, world-class wines, and exceptional hospitality, ensuring that every banquet and every bottle opened becomes a truly memorable occasion.
For this year's tournament, a selection of wines acquired from the Hospices de Beaune Charity Wine Auction has been designated as the official Hole-in-One Prize, showcasing Tai Bai Wine Cellar's long-standing commitment to promoting global wine culture while combining golf, world-class wine collections, and premium hospitality to reflect Din Yue Gourmet's pursuit of refined living and exceptional service.
Special Awards
Hole-in-One Prize
East Course Hole 3
Three cases (18 bottles) of the 2022 Hospices de Beaune Pommard "Cuvée Raymond Cyrot", acquired through the Tai Bai Wine Cellar at the Hospices de Beaune Charity Wine Auction, will be awarded during the four official tournament rounds (July 1–4), with a total value of NT$250,000.
East Course Holes 3 & 7 / Central Course Holes 3 & 7
Players making a hole-in-one on any of these four designated holes will receive the golf club's existing sponsor prizes together with a NT$10,000 cash award provided by the club.
Hole 16
Donghui Timepieces Co., Ltd. will award a Bell & Ross watch valued at NT$130,000 to the first professional player to record a hole-in-one during the four official tournament rounds.
Any Hole
Daan Group will present a one-night complimentary stay in the Presidential Suite at Lishan Hotel, valid on both weekdays and weekends, with no limit on the number of winners or designated holes.
Course Record Award
A player breaking the East/Central Course record of 63, currently held by Lai Chia-yi, will receive NT$20,000 from the golf club.
Tournament Gala Dinner Gifts
Royal Thai Palace Wellness Group, led by Chairman Tang Wei-chih, is providing 152 gift voucher sets (valued at NT$5,500 each), including:
Royal Thai Palace Spa Experience Voucher (NT$2,500)
ComPro Clinic Health Consultation Voucher (NT$3,000)
These gifts will be presented to all guests and players attending the Din Yue Open Pro-Am Gala Dinner.
During the third and fourth rounds (July 3–4), YouYoung Sports Club is providing professional sports therapy and recovery services on-site, ensuring that both Pro-Am guests and tournament players receive the highest level of professional care.
Golf fans are welcome to attend the tournament from July 1–4 and enjoy world-class professional golf. Spectators may enter the course by paying a NT$212 facility and course maintenance fee at the club reception, completing the registration form, and obtaining a spectator pass. All spectators must remain on the cart paths while on the course, as transportation between holes is not provided. For safety reasons, children under the age of six and pets are not permitted on the course.
The final two rounds of the tournament will be broadcast on a delayed basis on July 14 and July 15 at 4:00 p.m. Coverage will be available on the TPGA Facebook page, TPGA YouTube channel, Yahoo Sports Taiwan, LINE Golfourit, the TPGA official website, VL Sports, and LINE TODAY.
