Tommy Fleetwood Leads DP World India Championship; Shane Lowry Pursues, McIlroy Trails by Six
Tommy Fleetwood leads the DP World India Championship following a strong performance in Delhi. The English golfer surged into a one-shot lead after a remarkable second-round score of 64. Fleetwood recorded five birdies in his first nine holes, finishing the round at 12 under par.
Shane Lowry and Brian Harman Chase Fleetwood
Shane Lowry, Fleetwood’s Ryder Cup teammate, trails closely with a total score of 11 under par. Lowry managed four birdies but also experienced a bogey during his second round, finishing with a score of 69. Lowry expressed optimism about his chances, especially since he will continue playing alongside Fleetwood.
- Tommy Fleetwood: 12 under par (64 in the second round)
- Shane Lowry: 11 under par (69 in the second round)
- Brian Harman: Tied for second with Lowry, shooting a 65.
Rory McIlroy’s Challenge
World No. 2 Rory McIlroy remains in the hunt but is six shots off the lead. He finished the round with a score of 69, which included a strong comeback after a shaky start. Despite being one over par through 12 holes, McIlroy ended with four birdies to share 17th place.
McIlroy noted a need for improvement, stating, “I need a strong start on Saturday to get back in contention.” He also acknowledged his struggles with hitting fairways but expressed determination to sharpen his game for the weekend.
Expectations for the Weekend
The DP World India Championship continues to be competitive as players gear up for the next rounds. Fleetwood aims to maintain his lead, while Lowry and Harman will look to capitalize on their strong positions. McIlroy, on the other hand, is focused on making a charge up the leaderboard.
Viewers can catch the action live on El-Balad as the tournament progresses, with day three coverage starting at 8 a.m. on Friday.
