Tommy Fleetwood Leads DP World India Championship
The golfer Tommy Fleetwood continues his excellent season finale, solidifying his position with an outstanding performance at the DP World India Championship. Fleetwood achieved an impressive round of 64 strokes, eight under par, securing a one-stroke lead at the halfway point of the tournament. In the last two months, Fleetwood has achieved significant successes, including the victory at the Tour Championship, where he obtained his first PGA Tour title and took home $10 million as FedEx Cup champion. In addition, he was the top scorer in points at the Ryder Cup, an achievement that contributed to the retention of the title by the European team. Currently in the number 5 position in the world ranking, the English golfer leads this prestigious tournament in India, after recording eight birdies without bogeys in the second round, reaching a total of 12 under par for the week. His final birdie, from a distance of 8 feet on the 9th hole, allowed him to surpass former Open champions Shane Lowry (69) and Brian Harman (65), who placed second.Fleetwood highlighted the difficulty of the course, describing it as a “unique challenge” and emphasizing the importance of patience in the game. Ben Griffin is three strokes away, tied for seventh place at 8 under par. Rory McIlroy, who didn’t use his driver, had an up-and-down performance, including consecutive bogeys at the start of his second round. However, he recovered with birdies on four of the last six holes, achieving a second consecutive 69. McIlroy is at 6 under par, along with Viktor Hovland (67).The course at the Delhi Golf Club, with its trees and narrow fairways, presents a unique challenge for all of us.
Tommy Fleetwood
Upon finishing the 18th hole at the Delhi Golf Club, McIlroy took off his cap and greeted Sachin Tendulkar, Indian cricket legend and special guest of the tournament.
McIlroy commented on his strategy for the weekend, indicating that he does not plan to change his approach off the tee, emphasizing the importance of improving his second shots and putts.I had a strong finish, managing to rejoin the tournament. I need a good start tomorrow.
Rory McIlroy
