Lucas Herbert wins International Series Japan, set for huge rankings boost, LIV star

Winning events with world ranking points is the best way for LIV players to get back in the majors and a victory in Japan on the weekend delivered Lucas Herbert a big part of the bump he needs.The Victorian started the International Series Japan ranked 324th in the world, a dramatic fall from his career high of 40, a mark he hit in 2023, but an expected slide after his move to join Cam Smith’s Ripper GC team.His win should lift Herbert to 170 in the world, with his intentions to play in other Asian events aiding his rankings cause.Herbert