Angelo Que has long been a force to reckon with on the local golfing scene, and while his recent international forays have fallen short of expectations, the seasoned shotmaker returns to familiar territory next week with renewed focus and motivation.

After back-to-back triumphs at Pradera Verde and Eagle Ridge, Que is now gunning for a rare three-peat on the Philippine Golf Tour – a feat yet to be achieved in a single season of the prestigious circuit organized by Pilipinas Golf Tournaments, Inc. But the path to history is anything but easy.

Despite his early-season dominance, Que's overseas campaign has been underwhelming. The three-time Asian Tour winner missed the cut at the International Series Macau and failed to advance in two Asian Development Tour events in Thailand and Taiwan. However, being back on home soil offers the comfort and confidence he needs to recalibrate and chase another milestone.

Still, the ICTSI Forest Hills Classic, set from June 3-6 at the Jack Nicklaus-designed Forest Hills Golf and Country Club in Antipolo, promises to test even the most seasoned campaigners. Known for its tight fairways, cleverly positioned hazards, swirling winds and undulating greens, the course demands precision, strategy and nerve. One errant swing or a misjudged putt could mean the difference between a title run and a missed cut.

With a prize pot of P2.5 million up for grabs, the competition is expected to be fierce. A mix of proven veterans, rising stars and international contenders are all set to challenge Que’s bid for a historic treble.

Leading the charge are tour stalwarts Tony Lascuña, Jhonnel Ababa, Clyde Mondilla, Reymon Jaraula and Guido van der Valk – all capable of seizing the moment and ending Que’s win streak.

Also joining the fray is Keanu Jahns, who returns to the site of his emotional breakthrough win last year. Jahns edged Rupert Zaragosa by two strokes, drawing inspiration from his wife Daniella, who was then pregnant and unable to be on his bag. With a new child and renewed purpose, the Fil-German is determined to defend his crown.

Adding to the drama is a wave of young guns ready to make their mark, including recent ADT titlist Aidric Chan, along with Carl Corpus, Ryan Monsalve, Dan Cruz, Josh Jorge, John Michael Uy, Leandro Bagtas and Paolo Wong. These emerging talents are eager to upstage the veterans and announce their arrival on the big stage.

Foreign challengers are also keen on spoiling the locals’ party, with a strong contingent led by Hyun Ho Rho, Tae Soo Kim, Atsushi Ueda, Tae Won Kim, Toru Nakajima, Junichiro Katayama, Taewon Ha, Jisung Cheon and Chonkoo Kang – all bringing international experience and firepower to the mix.

Rounding out the stellar field is Justin Quiban, a regular fixture on the Asian Tour and ADT. Quiban is back on the PGT with his sights set on another title, having won the PGT Asia leg at Luisita and a local crown in Bacolod. His last victory came in 2023 at South Pacific, where he outlasted Marvin Dumandan in a thrilling sudden-death finish.

With so much on the line, the ICTSI Forest Hills Classic is shaping up to be one of the season’s most anticipated and competitive events with Que not only determined to rise to the occasion but also etch his name in history.