Keita Nakajima Takes the Lead at the DP World India Championship
Japanese golfer Keita Nakajima showcased his skills at the DP World India Championship, leading the competition after the third round. With a flawless score of 7 under par, Nakajima is positioned as the main contender to win the title. Nakajima, 25 years old and former amateur world number one, is seeking his second title on the European circuit. His performance has placed him in a privileged position, with a two-stroke lead over his closest pursuer, Tommy Fleetwood. The competition is fierce, with prominent figures from European golf nipping at his heels. Shane Lowry is only one stroke behind Fleetwood, promising an exciting final day. Rory McIlroy, one of the favorites, is in 15th place, seven strokes from the top. Despite his outstanding performance, McIlroy acknowledges the difficulty of achieving victory from his current position.Nakajima started his round with great force, accumulating birdies in four of the first eight holes. His consistency continued, securing the lead with a series of consecutive birdies. The Japanese golfer, seeking his first title since March 2024, remains firm in his objective. Nakajima’s secret to success lies in observation and adaptation. Inspired by the swing rhythm of his playing partner, Shane Lowry, Nakajima managed to improve his performance, in his own words. Fleetwood, who was leading the competition at the start of the day, is not far behind. Despite a stumble on the 17th hole, he managed to recover with a birdie on the last hole, securing his place in the final group.I’m probably two strokes away from having a realistic chance.
Rory McIlroy
Keita is not far enough away to be completely in control. You just have to enjoy it. The final group is always great. You have to enjoy those moments. You don’t know when they’ll happen again.
Tommy Fleetwood
