2026 Ever Glory ADT Open Round 3 July 10, 2026 The 2026 Ever Glory ADT Open concluded today (July 10) with its third and final round at Dong Hua Elite Golf Club. Due to the impact of Typhoon Bavi approaching Taiwan, the tournament committee decided to shorten the event from its original four rounds to three. Korean-American Nathan Han surged from behind to claim victory. After regulation play, Han finished tied at 16-under-par 200 with Korea's Minhyeok Yang and the Philippines' Sean Ramos. Han then birdied the first playoff hole with a 10-foot birdie putt to capture the championship and the winner's prize of US$17,500 (approximately NT$542,500). It marked Han's first professional victory since turning professional in November 2025 after successfully earning his Asian Development Tour (ADT) card through Qualifying School. Han carded a 7-under-par 65 in the final round. Korea's Minhyeok Yang also posted a 65, while Sean Ramos shot 67. Both players made par on the first playoff hole and finished tied for second, each earning US$9,500 (approximately NT$294,500). Taiwan's Shapiyate Mako fired a 66, while Ever Glory Construction-sponsored player Chan Shih-chang battled to a 68. Both players finished at 15-under-par 201, sharing fourth place as the best-performing Taiwanese players in the tournament. Overnight leader Huang Yi-tseng carded a 70, while Hong Kong's Hoho Yue shot 66 and Italy's Michele Ortolani posted 68. The trio finished tied for sixth at 14-under-par 202. Taiwan's Wang Wei-hsuan recorded the first hole-in-one of his professional career on the 13th hole, holing out from 188 yards with an 8-iron. He received NT$100,000 sponsored by Ever Glory Construction, NT$20,000 from Dong Hua Elite Golf Club, and a complimentary one-night stay in the Presidential Suite at Lishan Hotel, sponsored by Daan Group, valid on both weekdays and weekends. Wang shot 68 to finish tied for ninth at 13-under-par 203 alongside Thailand's Suteepat Prateeptienchai and Malaysia's Marcus Lim. To accommodate the approaching Typhoon Bavi, tournament officials reduced the competition to three rounds. The final round began earlier than scheduled at 6:00 a.m., with players starting simultaneously from both the 1st and 10th tees. Players were permitted to ride in golf carts throughout the round, allowing all competitors to complete the tournament safely shortly after 1:00 p.m. At the prize presentation ceremony, Hsieh Chien-kuo, Chairman of Ever Glory Construction, remarked that it was the company's first time hosting a professional golf tournament, and that it happened to coincide with a typhoon. He expressed special thanks to General Manager Tang of Dong Hua Elite Golf Club, who mobilized the entire golf club staff on what had become a typhoon holiday in Taiwan, ensuring that the three-round tournament could be completed successfully. He also praised every player for giving their utmost effort under such challenging weather conditions. In particular, the 36-hole cut line of 4-under-par, established after the second round, set the lowest cut score recorded in the past 60 years, demonstrating the ever-improving standard of professional golf. He further noted that 16 Taiwanese players advanced to the final round, expressing his hope that they would continue progressing through the ADT and achieve even greater success. Chairman Hsieh added that witnessing the champion's father serve as his son's caddie during his first professional victory was especially touching and memorable. The joy shared by the father and son further strengthened Ever Glory Construction's commitment to continuing its support of professional golf. Guided by the spirit of sportsmanship, the company will strive to organize every tournament to the highest standard so that both Taiwanese and international players can benefit from competing in Taiwan. Nathan Han began the final round at 9-under-par, trailing the overnight leader by three strokes. At the conclusion of the second round, 14 players were within three shots of the lead. With the tournament reduced to three rounds and weather conditions remaining favorable, players adopted an aggressive approach from the outset. By the completion of the front nine, no fewer than eight players were tied at 12-under-par, producing an exceptionally close battle for the championship. Among them was Nathan Han, who recorded one eagle and one birdie over his opening nine holes. Han continued his charge on the back nine, adding five birdies against a single bogey. Most importantly, he holed a birdie putt on the 18th hole, allowing him to finish tied with playing partner Minhyeok Yang at 16-under-par. Meanwhile, playing in the final group, Sean Ramos narrowly missed a birdie opportunity on the closing hole that would have secured the outright title. His par left him tied with Han and Yang at 16-under-par, forcing a sudden-death playoff on the par-4 18th hole. On the first playoff hole, Ramos missed the green long with his second shot and needed to chip onto the putting surface before making par. Yang reached the green in two but faced a downhill putt of approximately 15 feet, which failed to find the hole. Han also reached the green in two, leaving himself a 10-foot birdie putt to the left of the hole. He calmly holed the putt to claim the championship. Taiwan's Chan Shih-chang, who began the day one stroke behind overnight leader Huang Yi-tseng in the final pairing, carded five birdies and one bogey, finishing just one stroke short of joining the playoff. Likewise, Shapiyate Mako, who recorded seven birdies and one bogey, also missed the playoff by a single shot. The 25-year-old Nathan Han turned professional only in November 2025. He earned his ADT membership by finishing fourth at the Asian Development Tour Qualifying School, making this his third ADT start. Han produced three consistently impressive rounds throughout the tournament. His driving, iron play, and especially his putting were all outstanding. Most notably, he required just 27 putts in each of the three rounds. Han credited his victory to maintaining patience throughout the week. "The key was staying patient, especially when competing against so many outstanding players from different countries. Putting has always been the strongest part of my game, and that's thanks to the countless hours I've spent practicing on the putting green." Han first learned golf from his father at the age of four. His father was his first coach and has supported him throughout his golfing journey. Since Han turned professional last year, his father has also served as his caddie, including this week. Han expressed heartfelt gratitude to his father for his guidance, unwavering support, and mental encouragement, all of which enabled him to remain calm and composed under pressure. This maiden ADT victory also moved Han up to 11th place on the Asian Development Tour Order of Merit. Looking ahead, Han said he plans to continue competing patiently in every ADT event this season. "Of course I'd love to win more tournaments. My goal is to finish inside the top ten on the ADT Order of Merit and earn an Asian Tour card for next year. But even if I don't achieve that this season, that's okay. I'll take it one step at a time." The tournament offered a total prize fund of US$100,000 (approximately NT$3.1 million) and was jointly organized by Ever Glory Construction, the Chinese Taipei Professional Golfers' Association (TPGA), and the Asian Development Tour (ADT). This marked the first time that Ever Glory Construction has sponsored a professional golf tournament in Taiwan, immediately becoming the title sponsor of an event on the Asian Development Tour. The tournament was also the eighth event of the 2026 Asian Development Tour season, the seventh tournament on the 2026 TPGA Tour schedule, and the first of three consecutive ADT events being staged in Taiwan over a three-week period. Ever Glory Construction's title sponsorship of the ADT event is not simply a one-off investment in a single tournament, but an extension of the company's long-term commitment to sports and its broader vision for urban and community development. Chairman Hsieh Chien-kuo, himself a former national basketball player, has long been dedicated to cultivating athletic talent and promoting the values of sportsmanship. His passion for basketball has led Ever Glory Construction to organize the Ever Glory Cup Charity Basketball Tournament for 12 consecutive years, investing approximately NT$15 million annually to support the development of young basketball players. The tournament provides opportunities for grassroots athletes while emphasizing support for youth sports in Taiwan and international exchange. Chairman Hsieh's support for sports extends well beyond basketball. Ever Glory Construction has also donated funds to support athletic and educational programs, including the volleyball team at National Taipei University of Education, demonstrating the company's long-term commitment to developing grassroots athletes. In 2026, Chairman Hsieh expanded the company's support to professional golf, helping strengthen the connection between Taiwanese golf and the international stage. Through hosting an ADT event, Ever Glory Construction hopes to provide Taiwanese players with greater opportunities to compete on home soil, where familiar conditions may help them achieve stronger performances. The company also hopes the tournament will serve as a stepping stone for more Taiwanese professionals to progress onto the Asian Tour, earn full playing privileges, and eventually compete for victories at an even higher level. The goal of Ever Glory Construction's sponsorship of the ADT is to create more opportunities for Taiwan's young golfers who aspire to compete internationally. With the TPGA Tour now awarding Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points, hosting more international tournaments in Taiwan allows local players to earn valuable world ranking points without leaving home, providing important support as they pursue their professional dreams. For professionals competing regularly on the TPGA Tour—particularly younger players—the tournament also offers an invaluable opportunity to compete alongside many of Asia's rising talents, gaining international experience while further elevating their competitive standard. The tournament attracted 144 players from 25 countries, including 81 international players, 62 Taiwanese professionals, and one Taiwanese amateur. Participating countries and regions included Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, China, Chinese Taipei, Denmark, England, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Macau, Malaysia, Morocco, Pakistan, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Singapore, Sweden, Thailand, the United States, and Vietnam. Since 2013, the Asian Development Tour has been recognized by the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR), and the top 10 players on the ADT Order of Merit at the end of each season earn playing privileges on the following year's Asian Tour. Highlights from the final two rounds of the tournament will be broadcast on ELEVEN/BOS Golf Channel 2 on July 11 and July 12, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day.
