‘It could be life changing!’ Boston-based Woodhall Spa golfer heads to Thailand looking to secure Asian Tour card

A golfer has landed in Asia looking to make the most of what he hopes will be a ‘life changing’ opportunity.

Jordan Wrisdale has flown out to Thailand in a bid to book his place on the Asian Tour.

Although he has never competed on the continent before, the 29-year-old - who has previously competed on the DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) and Challenge Tour - is hoping success at qualifying school can earn him a fresh start in the sport.

“It’s all a new experience. I’ve never been out to play in Asia so it’s all a new thing,” said Jordan, who lives in Boston and is attached to Woodhall Spa Golf Club.

“It’s exciting as I’ve played a bit on the DP World Tour and Challenge Tour. But I could do with a fresh start.”

Wrisdale will tee off at the Grand Prix Golf Club in Kanchanaburi on December 10, hoping that success at the four-day event can secure his spot in the Q School finals in Hua Hin, Thailand, which begin on December 17.

From a field of 120, the top 18% in Kanchanaburi and the other six Q School venues will progress, with the top 30 at the final stage securing Asian Tour cards.

To help fund his journey, Wrisdale has been running a series of raffles with prizes donated by pals from the golfing world, including a round competing with DP World Tour golfer Matt Baldwin at Royal Birkdale.

Further sponsorship has come from Boston’s Country Gourmet bistro, with customers who buy a coffee earn the chance to win a round with Wrisdale and business owner Mick Wood at Woodhall Spa.

Securing a spot on the Asian Tour could open up further opportunities for golfers due to its backing from the lucrative LIV Golf tour, with Order of Merit securing LIV cards.

“It could be life changing,” Wrisdale added.

“It’s all new. It’s exciting.

I’ve been working hard on my game and it feels really solid.

The game’s been good, it’s just about making the most of the opportunities.

“I’ve always stood my ground on the DP Tour and now my game’s in a much better position, so I hope I can go out and build it from there.”