2025/7/3
The fourth leg of the 2025 CHAU-SHI Series—the Da Jia Charity Open with a total purse of NT$3 million—continued today (July 3) at Wu Fong Golf Course in Taichung with the second round. Under blazing sun, Chen Wei-sheng fired a 7-under-par 65 for a two-round total of 131, 13 under par, seizing sole possession of the lead.
Chang Che-yu and Japan’s Ryo Noro both shot 66 and are tied for second at 12 under par, 132 total. Teng Kao carded a 65, and Ho Chin-hung shot 67; both sit tied for fourth at 10 under par, 134 total.
Lin Chen-chu turned in a 69 for a two-round total of 135 and stands alone in sixth place. Shen Wei-cheng shot 66, while Huang Yi-tseng and Japan’s Shori Ishizuka each had 67, and Chen Yi-tung posted a 70. All four are tied for seventh at 136.
Among the five amateurs, Chen Liang-yu again recorded a 70 and, with a total score of 140 (2 under par), is the best-performing amateur and the only one to make the cut. He is currently tied for 25th on the professional leaderboard.
With the conclusion of Round 2, the cut was set at 143 (1 under par), and 53 players—including one amateur—advanced to the final two rounds.
In tomorrow’s third round, players will again tee off simultaneously from the first and tenth holes. The first group is scheduled to start at 7:00 a.m., and the final group will tee off at 8:20 a.m., with the round expected to finish around 1:00 p.m.
Today’s weather in Taichung’s Qingshui District was extremely hot, with daytime temperatures ranging from 33 to 38 degrees Celsius. Players employed various methods to beat the heat and maintain their performance.
This 72-hole, four-round tournament runs through July 5. A total of 124 players from four countries, including 119 professionals and 5 amateurs, are competing. The champion will receive NT$500,000. This is the first time the Da Jia Charity Association has served as title sponsor for a Taiwan Tour event.
Chen Wei-sheng carded one eagle, seven birdies, and two bogeys today, needing just 24 putts thanks to a precise putting performance. His iron play and driving were also sharp. On the 605-yard par-5 16th hole, he hit a 248-yard second shot with a 3-iron to the green's edge and then chipped in from 8 yards for eagle. His seven birdies included a 24-foot putt on the par-3 4th hole, and three other birdie putts from 15 feet, all set up by solid approach and putting combinations. However, he suffered a bogey on the par-5 7th after hitting his tee shot out of bounds.
He hit 10 fairways and reached 14 greens in regulation today. He stated that his good scores over the past two days stem from improved long game consistency and a quicker putting rhythm.
Chang Che-yu made six birdies and no bogeys today. On both par-5 holes, he reached the green in two and two-putted for birdies. On the par-4 15th hole, his second shot went long, but he chipped in from 5 yards for another birdie. He needed 29 putts today, five more than yesterday. He noted that he missed birdie opportunities on seven holes with putts from 9 to 18 feet, mostly due to weak putting strokes. His driving and iron accuracy were solid, with only three missed greens in regulation.
He remarked that the day’s heat was intense, and he resorted to using an umbrella, drinking lots of sports drinks, and wearing a cooling face cover to stay cool.
Japanese player Ryo Noro made seven birdies and one bogey today, thanks to pinpoint iron play that enabled him to hit 16 greens in regulation, with only two misses. He birdied all three par-5 holes and made one-putt birdies on the par-4 5th and 6th holes from 17 and 8 feet, respectively—his longest birdie putts of the day. On the par-4 9th hole, his tee shot strayed into the left rough, his second shot stopped short of the green, and he needed three shots to reach the green. He then two-putted from 5 feet for his lone bogey.
He commented that all parts of his game were above average today. He hit 10 fairways and took 29 putts. Though the weather was hot, he managed to cope with the heat using an umbrella, cooling spray, and by staying hydrated.
Power hitter Teng Kao made eight birdies and one bogey. He shot 31 on the front nine with five birdies and 34 on the back with three birdies and one bogey. He noted that his approach shots were sharp, creating multiple birdie chances—including both par-5s and six par-4s. Three of his birdie putts were from 9 feet, and the others were all within 3 to 7 feet. He took 28 putts. Although he hit only 9 fairways, his tee shots weren’t significantly off-line and did not require recovery shots.
Ho Chin-hung recorded a second consecutive 67 today, with improved accuracy in driving and iron play. He carded six birdies and one bogey, including both par-5s. His longest birdie putt came on the par-3 17th hole from 15 feet. He had 29 putts, one fewer than yesterday. He missed short par-saving putts of 3 feet on two holes, resulting in bogeys, including a three-putt on the 11th.
He mentioned that this week marks his third consecutive tournament and that recent poor sleep combined with the extreme heat has drained his stamina. Despite preparing with an umbrella, electrolyte water, and vitamin B supplements, he felt physically fatigued on the back nine today. The next two rounds will further test his endurance.
Lin Chen-chu teed off at 12:10 p.m., the hottest part of the day. He said he struggled to find his rhythm on the front nine due to the heat. On the second hole, his tee shot veered into the right-side trees, and it took four shots to reach the green, where he two-putted for a double bogey. He followed with two birdies and two bogeys for a 38. Fortunately, he recovered on the back nine with five birdies for a 31.
This tournament is personally title-sponsored by Mercuries Group Honorary Chairman Wong Chau-shi. The Da Jia Charity Association is the title host for this leg, with the PGA of Taiwan (TPGA) as the main organizer and Wu Fong Golf Course as co-organizer.
The Da Jia Charity Association is a legally established national nonprofit charitable foundation. It calls upon the public to contribute to good deeds with compassion—whether by donating money or effort—under the spirit of “sharing others’ hunger and rescuing others’ peril.” Its mission includes promoting social welfare, moral education, and other public-interest initiatives. It provides care for disadvantaged groups and seniors living alone, supports children in need with education, living essentials, and emotional support, and assists the government and other organizations in implementing public welfare and charitable programs.
The CHAU-SHI Series was launched by Wong Chau-shi, one of the founders of Mercuries Group. In 2021, amid the pandemic’s impact on Taiwan’s golf calendar and prize purses, he personally underwrote six tournaments with NT$2 million each—NT$12 million total—laying the foundation for the 2021 season. Now in its fifth consecutive year, the series continues with the same sponsorship model and prize amounts. The number of tournaments has increased from eight last year to ten this year, bringing the total TPGA schedule to 20 events.
The CHAU-SHI Series also features a special season prize for the money leader: an additional NT$200,000 from Hung Lin Construction Chairman Lin Kuo-er, along with an invitation to the following year’s Mercuries Taiwan Masters.
The Da Jia Charity Open is being held at Wu Fong Golf Course, a nearly 50-year-old venue. The 18-hole, par-72 course measures 7,140 yards. Though lined with trees, its flat terrain and dry conditions allow long hitters to benefit from additional roll, making approach shots easier if accuracy is maintained. However, its elevated greens and thick fringes require precise approach shots in terms of distance and control. This week’s high temperatures further challenge players’ stamina, heat resistance, and patience.
Special awards include:
Hole-in-one prizes:
On holes 4, 11, and 17, the club will award NT$20,000.
Da Jia Charity Association Chairman Liao Chi-you will add NT$100,000.
On hole 11, Tung Hui Watch Company will award a Bell & Ross watch valued at NT$168,000 to the first professional who makes an ace during the four official rounds.
The Da An Group will offer a one-night stay in the presidential suite at Lishan Guesthouse—valid on any day—for a hole-in-one on any hole.
SOCH Furniture | Diandiansleep will award NT$10,000 for the lowest round on each of rounds 3 and 4. If tied, the prize will be split evenly.
Athletic treatment stations will be available on July 4 and 5, offering free sports therapy to players.
The course will not be open to spectators during the four rounds. The only viewing areas are near the tees of holes 1 and 10 and the greens of holes 9 and 18.
The final two rounds will be recorded and edited into 60-minute highlight shows, airing at 4:00 p.m. on July 15 and 16. Coverage will be available on TPGA’s Facebook page, VL Sports, and YouTube. Related news can be followed on the TPGA website, LINE Golfourit, LINE Today, and Yahoo Sports.
