October 20, 2025

New Delhi got its own golf rock star on Sunday! Tommy Fleetwood, the proud English star, wrapped up the $4 million DP World India Championship with a smashing 7-under 65. The 34-year-old didn’t just play golf; he gave a performance full of birdies and clutch par putts that kept the crowd roaring at the DGC arena. “Rory Who?” Many fans wondered as Rory McIlroy faded early, finishing with a modest 71 and slipping away from the spotlight. But Fleetwood grabbed the mic with style, ending the tournament at a dazzling 22-under. It was a clear message – the Fleetwood show was in full swing! A thrilling twist came from New Zealand’s Daniel Hillier, who was hopping with joy after nailing 7 birdies in 10 holes. But alas, golf’s cruel drama struck at the 14th hole, where Hillier’s double bogey pushed him down from 20-under to 17-under, ending his lead hopes in a twist that left fans gasping. “It is a lesson golf can teach you,” Fleetwood said, showing how fine the line is between victory and defeat. Fleetwood’s journey to the title was fuelled by more than just skill – it was personal. His eight-year-old son Frankie, now a rising social media star, sparked motivation with a simple comment: “You’ve never won a tournament when I’ve been able to run on to the 18th green.” That small sentence fired up Fleetwood’s heart and game. After a tougher Saturday, where nerves and pace affected his putting, Fleetwood turned things around on Sunday. As Diwali haze settled over the capital, his birdies on the 4th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th holes lit up the scoreboard. He kept calm, peeking occasionally at rival Daniel’s strong start but focused on his own game. The showdown intensified with Keita Nakajima from Japan, who played a solid, bogey-free round. But Nakajima’s steady play wasn’t quite enough to catch the fiery Englishman. Fleetwood’s cool-headed par putt on the 11th and his powerful final stretch sealed the deal. At the 18th tee, tension filled the air. The ‘fairway Jesus’—a nickname Fleetwood carries—showed no last-minute nerves. Just a calm, winning tap-in par putt and a triumphant hug with his son Frankie. The crowd erupted as Fleetwood celebrated this special moment, shining not just as a champion golfer but as a family man inspired by his little boy’s words. With this win, Tommy Fleetwood proves that persistence, family love, and calm nerves can turn golf drama into golden success!

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