Tommy Fleetwood Fulfills Son’s Dreams with Victory at DP World Tour in India
In a thrilling finale at the DP World Tour in India, Tommy Fleetwood fulfilled his son’s dreams by clinching victory. Starting the final round in second place, Fleetwood was two strokes behind Japan’s Keita Nakajima. Unexpectedly, New Zealander Daniel Hillier surged ahead, achieving a remarkable seven-under round. However, his progress stalled after a double bogey on the 14th hole.
Nakajima, who had previously dazzled with a third-round score of 65, failed to replicate his earlier performance, finishing second once again on the DP World Tour. In contrast, Fleetwood displayed resilience after a frustrating third round. He began a stunning turnaround with four consecutive birdies from the seventh to the tenth holes.
Tournament Highlights
- Fleetwood achieved birdies on the 14th and 17th holes.
- He finished the round with a comfortable two-shot lead.
- This victory secures his spot in the season-ending tournaments.
- Fleetwood’s recent success includes a standout performance in the Ryder Cup.
Reflecting on his recent form, Fleetwood noted, “There’s been plenty of times when things haven’t gone my way, but the last two tournaments I have been in contention in, I have won.” His season has been impressive, featuring eight finishes in the top 10 on the PGA Tour.
Notable Performances
Fellow English golfer Alex Fitzpatrick also shone, finishing his round with a birdie that secured him a tie for third place at 18 under, after scoring 67 in all three rounds. Shane Lowry from Ireland matched his score, sharing third place as well. Meanwhile, Viktor Hovland closed his campaign with an eagle on the last hole, landing him at 17 under and tied for fourth.
Rory McIlroy concluded his week with a score of 11 under, resulting in a tie for 25th place. Fleetwood’s victory marks a significant moment, not just for his career, but also for a father fulfilling a dream for his child at the prestigious DP World Tour event in India.
