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 3 to 6 June 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.