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Race to Dubai: McIlroy Leads as Top US Players around Veerman compete

Rory McIlroy continues to lead in the Race To Dubai, while Johannes Veerman is the best US-Player. (Photos: Getty)
Rory McIlroy continues to lead in the Race To Dubai, while Johannes Veerman is the best US-Player. (Photos: Getty)

The DP World Tour has already seen several high-profile tournaments this season, seeing many different champions. Currently, Rory McIlroy holds the top spot in the Race to Dubai rankings, concluding his form from the last season when he won the Race To Dubai. On the other side of the Atlantic, there are 5 American players positioned within the Top 120, demonstrating the global appeal of the DP World Tour.

Top Americans in the Race to Dubai 2024

Taking a closer look at the Race to Dubai, the top American players are carving out significant positions for themselves. Johannes Veerman, currently ranked 40th, has accrued 222.82 points through 6 events. Veerman finished strong in this week’s Commercial Bank Qatar Masters at 16th. His compatriot Sean Crocker sits just outside the Top 50, with 174.17 points across 7 events. John Catlin, a three-time DP World Tour winner, has fallen to 86th place, but with plenty of season left, he has ample opportunity to ascend the leaderboard which currently attests to his subliminal talent.

Leading the Race to Dubai

Amidst an esteemed group, Rory McIlroy remains the player to beat in the Race to Dubai rankings. Without attending many events, his score of 1596 points reflects both his efficiency and excellence on the course. Following him are Japan’s Rikuya Hoshino and Poland’s Adrian Meronk, strong contenders who’ve marked their presence in the top echelons of the ranking with their consistent play. Chilean Joaquin Niemann and South African Zander Lombard complete the top five, epitomizing the global competitiveness of the DP World Tour.

How the DP World Tour Race to Dubai works

The Race to Dubai is the season ranking of the DP World Tour (former European Tour). The top 60 players in the Race to Dubai ranking are allowed to take part in the final play-off tournament of the former European Tour at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the DP World Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points awarded at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. For winning a DP World Tour tournament, the winner receives at least 460 points and a good 300,000 euros.

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Race to Dubai: McIlroy Leads, Fleetwood Top English Player

Tommy Fleetwood leads the English players in the Race To Dubai 2024. (Photo: Getty)
Tommy Fleetwood leads the English players in the Race To Dubai 2024. (Photo: Getty)

As the DP World Tour unfolds, the Race to Dubai ranking has become a focal point for players and fans alike. A total of 11 tournaments have been played in the current season, with the latest being the Commercial Bank Qatar Masters. Rory McIlroy currently tops the Race to Dubai rankings, and within the elite circle, 21 English players find themselves among the top 120, showcasing England’s depth in golf talent.

The Top English Players in the Race To Dubai 2024

In the Race to Dubai, the top English players are making significant strides. Tommy Fleetwood, currently ranked 10th with 625.6 points, fell down one spot in the rankings after not competing in Qatar. Close on his heels are Laurie Canter and Richard Mansell, who rank 14th and 25th respectively. Canter’s ranking has dipped slightly by one position, despite competing in five events this season, while Mansell has participated in six events to secure his spot within the top 30. The last English player within the Top-30 is Alex Fitzpatrick at 30th with 257.47 points.

The best players in the Race To Dubai

The spotlight in the Race to Dubai, however, shines brightest on the top five players, with Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy sitting confidently in pole position after two events in the new year, including a win at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic at the start of the year that adds up to his 1596 points. The rankings witness a vibrant international mix, featuring Japan’s Rikuya Hoshino in second after his win at the Commercial Bank Qatar Masters, Poland’s Adrian Meronk in third, closely followed by Joaquin Niemann from Chile and Zander Lombard of South Africa rounding out the top five. With multiple victories spread amongst these leading golfers, the competition on the DP World Tour is as fierce as ever.

How the DP World Tour Race to Dubai works

The Race to Dubai is the season ranking of the DP World Tour (former European Tour). The top 60 players in the Race to Dubai ranking are allowed to take part in the final play-off tournament of the former European Tour at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the DP World Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points awarded at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. For winning a DP World Tour tournament, the winner receives at least 460 points and a good 300,000 euros.

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World Golf Ranking: McIlroy leads Brits in steady rankings

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy remains at the top of the British players' leaderboard, with Matt Fitzpatrick and Tommy Fleetwood both in the top-15. (Photos: Getty)
Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy remains at the top of the British players' leaderboard, with Matt Fitzpatrick and Tommy Fleetwood both in the top-15. (Photos: Getty)

The World Golf Ranking continues to move, reflecting the performance of players on the global stage. Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy remains in second place behind a steady US frontrunner, Scottie Scheffler.

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Matt Fitzpatrick, England’s top-ranked player, is in ninth place and has had a stable week with no movement either up or down. His work reflects his solid play and place amongst the elite. Among the latest movements in the world golf rankings is England’s Tommy Fleetwood, who has jumped from thirteenth to twelfth, indicating a positive momentum. Meanwhile, Tyrrell Hatton, a fellow Englishman, has taken a small step backwards, dropping from sixteenth to seventeenth. Such minor shifts can affect players’ tournament positioning and psychological standing in the competitive landscape. Scottish golfer Robert MacIntyre is ranked seventy-first, maintaining his position from the previous week and demonstrating consistency in his game. Within the sport, the rankings are continually shifting and The World Golf Ranking provides a weekly snapshot of the golfer’s standing. There has been some change in this week’s Top 10. US player Patrick Cantlay moves up from seventh to sixth place.
In turn, Wyndham Clark of the USA slips from sixth to seventh. The dynamics of the fourth to tenth places remain unchanged, with Norway’s Viktor Hovland and the USA’s Xander Schauffele consolidating their positions in fourth and fifth respectively, while Max Homa and Brian Harman maintain their positions in eighth and tenth. The World Golf Ranking reflects the current success and career progression of professional golfers and serves as an index for tournament qualification and seeding purposes.

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World Golf Ranking: Scheffler leads the US player field

Scottie Scheffler leads fellow Americans in the World Golf Ranking. (Photos: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler leads fellow Americans in the World Golf Ranking. (Photos: Getty)

Scottie Scheffler of the USA remains unchallenged at the top of the latest World Golf Ranking. He has led the ranking continuously throughout the past fourty weeks. He is closely followed by fellow American Xander Schauffele, who has also maintained his position in fifth place. The stability of both US golf players remains evident throughout the international golfing community.

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Other prominent names from the United States include Patrick Cantlay, who continues his rise up the rankings from seventh to sixth place, followed by Wyndham Clark, who has dropped back to seventh, and Max Homa, who remains in eighth place. A closer look at the top 10 in the World Golf Ranking shows that, apart from Scheffler and Schauffele, all the US players have remained in the same top positions. Places two to four are still occupied by Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy, Spain’s Jon Rahm and Norway’s Viktor Hovland, who all remain in the same positions as last week. Apart from Cantlay, there have been no other changes in places four to ten, demonstrating a certain level of consistency amongst the world’s elite. Brian Harman is the second American to join Cantlay in the top 10. Outside the top five US players and the World Golf Ranking’s top 10, Jordan Spieth (13th) and Collin Morikawa (14th) deserve mention, even if they did not improve their ranking from last week.

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Ladies European Tour

Ladies European Tour: An impressive victory for Patty Tavatanakit

Aramco Saudi Ladies International 2024
Patty Tavatanakit is the well-deserved winner of the Aramco Saudi Ladies International 2024. (Photo: flickr-Mark Runnacles / LET)

At the second tournament of the year on the Ladies European Tour, a former major winner is pulling away from the competition. Esther Henseleit can celebrate a strong result in Saudi Arabia.

Ladies European Tour: Patty T wins by seven strokes.

Nobody could stop Thailand’s Patty Tavatanakit on the LET this weekend at the Aramco Saudi Ladies International 2024. With a magnificent performance, the pro also known as Patty T ended up on the podium at the Riyadh Golf Club with a seven-shot lead. Six birdies, an eagle and a bogey were seen on the scorecard after a final round of 65.

With absurd precision, the 24-year-old thrilled the fans at the weekend and gave the competition no chance. The winner of the 2021 Chevron Championship was in the lead all weekend and can celebrate her first title on the Ladies European Tour.

The Highlights from Day 4 of the Aramco Saudi Ladies International 2024

But it wasn’t just the winner who played outstanding golf in Saudi Arabia. Esther Henseleit put herself in the top places the day before with her magnificent round of 65 and made up for her first day with two strokes over par. She maintained her second place with eleven strokes under par ahead of Minami Katsu and Charley Hull, who shared third place with nine strokes under par.

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Hole-in-One: Will Zalatoris’ fantastic shot on the PGA Tour on video

After the Hole-in-One and two cars won, Zalatoris and his caddie were delighted. (Photo: Twitter @PGATOUR)
After the Hole-in-One and two cars won, Zalatoris and his caddie were delighted. (Photo: Twitter @PGATOUR)

The second day of the Genesis Invitational on the PGA Tour had it all: In addition to Tiger Woods’ withdrawal from the tournament and the disqualification of Jordan Spieth, Will Zalatoris provided a positive highlight in California with a fantastic Hole-in-One. With his ace, the American not only kept up with the leading group, but also won a brand new car for himself and his caddie.

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PGA Tour: Will Zalatoris shines with Hole-in-One at the Genesis Invitational 2024

Will Zalatoris got off to a fantastic start to the 2024 Genesis Invitational on the PGA Tour with a round of 66. On the second day, however, things did not go so smoothly for the American: By the 14th hole, Zalatoris was one stroke over par and was about to lose touch with the leading group. On the par-3 14th hole, however, the 27-year-old pulled off a feat: With a 7-iron, Zalatoris managed an ace on the 184-yard par-3 hole during his second round at the Riviera Country Club. His ball landed on the front left edge of the green and slowly rolled into the hole. Thanks in part to the Hole-in-One, Zalatoris posted a round of 70 and is tied sixth place (-6) after two days.

New car for Zalatoris and his caddie thanks to par-3 ace

Will Zalatoris’ caddie Joel Stock also had good reason to be happy. Both will leave the tournament with a new car: While Zalatoris receives a Genesis GV80, Joel Stock can thank him for an electric Genesis Electrified GV70, the prize for the first ace of the week at the Genesis Invitational. “I think it was a 180, with the pin back, into the wind, and we just tried to hit it right down the middle of the gap between the two bunkers,” Zalatoris said after his round. “I was lucky it went in,” he added. “It was a nice little bonus.”

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Tiger Woods’ tournament-withdrawal: Ambulance call and confusion

Tiger Woods caused confusion on the PGA Tour by withdrawing from the tournament. (Photo: Getty)
Tiger Woods caused confusion on the PGA Tour by withdrawing from the tournament. (Photo: Getty)

Confusion surrounding Tiger Woods on the PGA Tour: The 15-time major champion withdraws from the field of the 2024 Genesis Invitational on the second day of the tournament. After an ambulance call-out and Tiger’s disappearance caused confusion for a long time, the PGA Tour announced that the 48-year-old had to end the event early due to flu-like symptoms. Woods had already been struggling with back problems on the first day of the tournament.

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Tiger Woods: Host with tournament withdrawal at the 2024 Genesis Invitational

Tiger Woods had certainly imagined his opening round of the year on the PGA Tour to be different. As host, the 48-year-old started the tournament with an outstanding field of participants with a round of 72 and was already struggling with cramps in his back on the first day. It was clear from the outset that Woods would not be competing for the trophy at the Genesis Invitational under normal circumstances, rather, the aim was to celebrate a start to the year without any major physical problems. The second day of the tournament was all the more disappointing for the 15-time major winner: After Woods unexpectedly left the course on the seventh hole in a golf cart without notice and an ambulance appeared on the tournament grounds, the confusion was huge. Shortly afterwards, the PGA Tour announced Tiger Woods’ withdrawal from the tournament field. While there were already speculations about a more serious injury or severe pain, the all-clear was fortunately given shortly afterwards.

After some delay, the PGA Tour released a statement to the media from Rob McNamara, Woods’ longtime friend and business partner, clearing up the afternoon’s confusion. According to McNamara, Woods was dealing with a “flu-like” illness that worsened on Friday afternoon. “It started last night with flu-like symptoms,” McNamara said. “When he woke up this morning, they were worse than the night before. He had a little fever, and he was better during the warm-up. But then when he was on the pitch, running and playing, he felt dizzy.” The ambulance was called mainly because of Woods’ dizziness, which was due to dehydration. Thanks to an IV, however, the 48-year-old is feeling better: “His back is fine. It was all a medical condition, dehydration, [and] now the symptoms are reversing themselves after he got an IV.”

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Legends Tour: Biggest schedule and record prizepool

The Legends Tour has unveiled plans for a record-breaking 2024 season (Source: Getty)
The Legends Tour has unveiled plans for a record-breaking 2024 season (Source: Getty)

Running from April to December, this year’s globetrotting schedule will feature 20 events – featuring new tournaments set to debut in Barbados, Kenya, Mexico, Spain, the UK and Zambia, with even more additions still to be announced. They join Legends Tour staples such as the flagship Staysure PGA Seniors Championship – which will return to Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen following the success of last year’s event – and the Irish Legends at Seapoint Golf Links.

Many of the Legends Tour’s brightest stars will be eyeing up Major victory in 2024 at the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship at Harbor Shores Golf Club, the US Senior Open at Newport Country Club and The Senior Open presented by Rolex at Carnoustie Golf Links. The season will culminate with the MCB Tour Championship Mauritius at Constance Belle Mare Plage, where qualifying players will contest for the John Jacobs Trophy, which was won in 2023 by former Ryder Cup player Peter Baker.

Largest prize pool in Legends Tour history

As well as the tournament silverware, some of golf’s biggest names will also be competing for the largest prize pool in Legends Tour history. The €18 million (more than €8.6 million of which will be assigned outside of the Majors of senior men’s golf – the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, the US Senior Open and The Senior Open presented by Rolex) represents a 100 per cent increase since the tour returned to a full schedule in 2022 following the Covid pandemic, with $2 million to play for in the final two events on the Road to Mauritius and a bonus pool of $100,000 for the top five players in the final standings.

Complementing the drama of the professional events will be the unique Celebrity Pro-Am, which sees stars from the world of sport and entertainment competing to raise money and awareness for their chosen charities. Meanwhile, passionate amateurs can tee off alongside their heroes in the Legends Experience, the tour’s one-of-a-kind pro-am experience.

Legends Tour on the rise

The announcement suggests the global growth of the Legends Tour – which hit new heights in 2023 – is set to continue. At the end of the season, the brand announced record figures for amateur participation, spectators and social media engagement, with the latter taking total reach across all channels to over 100 million people for the first time. In November, the inaugural Vinpearl DIC Legends Vietnam – the competition’s first foray into Vietnam – embodied the expansion into new markets, including Asia, Africa, the Caribbean and Central America, that has characterized the Legends Tour’s first three years.

Phil Harrison, CEO of the Legends Tour, said: “We have been working hard behind the scenes, and 2024 promises to be another incredible year for the Legends Tour. “Securing new events in some truly spectacular venues around the world is always a key objective of ours, and we are thrilled with the additions to the schedule for this season, as well as the prestigious venues we are honored to return to. “Everything – from the standard of competition to the number of amateurs getting involved – has been growing year on year, and this year will be no exception. We cannot wait to see it all unfold.”

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Tiger Woods’ Flight and other American Players

Rare appearance: Tiger Woods. (Photo: Getty)
Rare appearance: Tiger Woods. (Photo: Getty)

As anticipation builds for The Genesis Invitational, taking place at the prestigious Riviera Country Club, Pacific Palisades in California, USA, golf enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting the release of the PGA Tour Tee Times. This year, the event boasts a substantial prize fund of $20,000,000. Defending champion Jon Rahm is expected to face tough competition on the par-71 course.

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PGA Tour Tee Times for Round 1 and 2: All American Players

Chase Johnson will be teeing off at 07:20 for round one and 09:49 for the second round alongside Nicolai Højgaard from Denmark. The formidable American triple threat of Charley Hoffman, Beau Hossler, and Ben Griffin will commence play at 07:32 for round one and 10:01 for round two.

Following closely behind, Lucas Glover and Adam Schenk will be paired with Byeong-hun An from South Korea, teeing off at 07:44 for the first round and 10:13 for the second. Russell Henley is set to play alongside Emiliano Grillo from Argentina and Sungjae Im from South Korea, starting at 07:56 for round one and 10:25 for round two.

Keegan Bradley and Harris English will tee off the first round with Tom Hoge at 08:08, continuing into the second round at 10:42. Meanwhile, at 08:20 for the first round and 10:54 for the second, Chris Kirk, and JT Poston will be teamed with Corey Conners from Canada.

Denny McCarthy and Cameron Young will be accompanied by players from Ireland and Canada respectively, while Sam Burns, Jordan Spieth, and Gary Woodland are grouped with players of varying nationalities. Next up are Nick Hardy, Grayson Murray, and Nick Dunlap, teamed with players from South Africa and Sweden, starting their competition at 09:49 for round one and 07:20 for round two.

Matt Kuchar, Sam Ryder, and Will Zalatoris embark onto round one at 10:01, moving to round two at 07:32. Shortly after, Luke List and J.J. Spaun from the USA will be joined by Chun-an Yu from Taipei, teeing off at 10:13 in round one and 07:44 in round two. Also in this group are Brendon Todd, Tony Finau, Rickie Fowler, alongside Patrick Rodgers from the USA, with counterparts hailing from Australia, Japan, and Canada.

The exciting trio of Kurt Kitayama, Eric Cole, and Taylor Moore will play at the times of 11:18 and 08:44 for rounds one and two respectively. Lastly, Xander Schauffele, Sahith Theegala, Scottie Scheffler, Max Homa, Alex Smalley, and Taylor Mongomery have their PGA Tour Tee Times set alight with noteworthy international talents.

Tiger Woods will play in a flight with Gary Woodland and his good friend Justin Thomas. On day 1 they start at 9:25am and on day 2 they tee off at 11:54am.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Rory McIlroy at the Genesis Invitational

Star at the Genesis Invitational: Rory McIlroy. (Photo: Getty)
Star at the Genesis Invitational: Rory McIlroy. (Photo: Getty)

The professional sports world directs its focus to Pacific Palisades, California, USA, as The Riviera Country Club plays host to The Genesis Invitational on the esteemed PGA Tour. Twenty million dollars are waiting to be won in the buzzing atmosphere of the club. The tournament, played on a par 71 course, will test the mettle of the best golfers around, among them the current titleholder, Jon Rahm.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Spotlight on the UK’s Best

Commencing the PGA Tour Tee Times, Tommy Fleetwood of England is lined up to play the first round of The Genesis Invitational at 11:30 am. He will be joined by Xander Schauffele from the USA and Sahith Theegala, also from the USA. For the second round, Fleetwood and his team have their PGA Tour Tee Times scheduled for 09:01 am.

Matthew Fitzpatrick, another of England’s participants, is penciled in for a start time of 11:42 am in the first round, accompanied by Scottie Scheffler and Collin Morikawa, both from the USA. For Friday’s second-round action, Fitzpatrick’s PGA Tour Tee Times position is 09:13 am.

Highlighting the PGA Tour Tee Times from the UK contingent, we have Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland. He will kickstart his efforts in the first round at 11:54 am playing alongside Max Homa and Wyndham Clark, both from the USA. On Friday, McIlroy and his group have an early start set for 09:25 am.

Player Round 1 Tee Time Round 2 Tee Time Mitspieler
Tommy Fleetwood 11:30 09:01 Xander Schauffele (USA), Sahith Theegala (USA)
Matthew Fitzpatrick 11:42 09:13 Scottie Scheffler (USA), Collin Morikawa (USA)
Rory McIlroy 11:54 09:25 Max Homa (USA), Wyndham Clark (USA)