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World Golf Ranking: Rory McIlroy Gaining Points with Recent Win

Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland maintains his 2nd position in the World Golf Ranking, reinforcing his status as the top-ranked golfer from the United Kingdom. Tommy Fleetwood from England, ranking 11th, has held steady with no movement since last week, confirming his position within the elite ranks.

World Golf Ranking and UK Players

Matt Fitzpatrick from England, occupying the 14th position, sustains his place with no change from the previous week. Tyrrell Hatton, also from England, experiences a negative shift, dropping to the 18th spot from 17th. Scotsman Robert MacIntyre, ranked 84th, remains consistent with his previous ranking.

New Top Three in World Golf Ranking

Scottie Scheffler from the USA continues to lead the World Golf Ranking as number one, followed by Rory McIlroy. Xander Schauffele of the USA climbs to 3rd place, seeing improvement from 4th.

World Golf Ranking Positions 4-10

Wyndham Clark from the USA experiences a decrease to 4th from 3rd. Jon Rahm of Spain remains in 5th position. Max Homa from the USA makes notable progress, advancing to the 9th position from 10th, while Brian Harman from the USA moves down to 10th from 9th.

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World Golf Ranking: Xander Schauffele Moves up to Third Place

In the current World Golf Ranking, Scottie Scheffler retains the top position, demonstrating his continued dominance in the sport. Compatriot Xander Schauffele, now at third, has climbed one spot, marking a positive shift. Wyndham Clark, another American, moves down to fourth.

Analyzing further down the list, Patrick Cantlay holds steady in eighth, while Max Homa’s upward move to ninth indicates a favorable outcome from recent performances. Brian Harman rounds out the top 10, falling one position.

The ongoing fluctuations in the World Golf Ranking provide insight into the changing landscape of professional golf, particularly among American golfers who are consistently making their presence felt. Moving beyond individual achievements, the top 10-featured players like Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy staying static at second, Spanish golf professional Jon Rahm at fifth, and Sweden’s Ludvig Aberg holding the sixth position.  Viktor Hovland of Norway also remained in his seventh spot, maintaining a firm stance among golf’s best.

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Race to Dubai Leaderboard: McIlroy and Fleetwood’s in the Top 5

As the DP World Tour unfolds, golf enthusiasts avidly follow the prestigious Race to Dubai. This competitive leaderboard evolves with each tournament, reflecting the relentless pursuit of excellence among the world’s top golfers. Thus far, the saison has revealed an array of stunning performances and notable victories. Rory McIlroy has been the safe leader for some time now. Presently, McIlroy continues to lead the rankings, cementing his position as a formidable competitor. Meanwhile, the presence of English talent is unmistakable, with a total of 20 English players gracing the top 120 positions in the Race to Dubai rankings.

Race to Dubai: England’s Finest

The race sees a strong representation by English golfers, with three of them notably excelling. Leading the contingent behind Rory McIlroy is Tommy Fleetwood, residing in the 5th position with 1142.6 points across 3 events, including a well-deserved victory. Following Fleetwood are Jordan Smith and Laurie Canter, ranking 25th and 29th respectively, solidifying their standings through consistent play. Andy Sullivan follows directly behind in 30th place and Sam Bairstow in 31st place. With England boasting 20 players within the upper echelon, these six have set high benchmarks for their compatriots to aspire.

Elite Golfers Dominate Race to Dubai

At the pinnacle of the Race to Dubai stands Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy, whose unparalleled performance across 3 events has accumulated an impressive 1699.5 points, including a victory. Trailing him are Rikuya Hoshino from Japan and Jesper Svensson from Sweden, holding 2nd and 3rd places with their respective wins. Adding to the mix are Sebastian Söderberg and Tommy Fleetwood, completing the top 5 with their relentless pursuit and remarkable skill displayed throughout the season.

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 Leaders: Johannes Veerman Still Top US Golfer

As the DP World Tour progresses, the golfing elite continue their pursuit of points and prestige in the Race to Dubai rankings. With the season unfolding, numerous tournaments have been played, Rory McIlroy currently leads the Race to Dubai. His leadership is part of the dynamic that includes three American players standing strong amongst the top 120 competitors in the rankings, a testament to the global nature of the tour.

Top American Players in Race to Dubai

Focusing on the American contingent, Johannes Veerman is charting a course through the rankings after 10 events, placing 24th with 554.72 points. He is trailed closely by Jordan Gumberg at 28th place, with 523.70 points through 8 events, including one win. Sean Crocker rounds out the American presence, at 99th position, amassing 174.17 points over 9 events.

Analyzing the Race to Dubai Top 5

The top echelons of the Race to Dubai rankings depict a tight battle among elite golfers. McIlroy sits comfortably at the top after 3 events, holding 1,699.5 points with one victory. Behind him, Japan’s Rikuya Hoshino is the second-ranking golfer with 1,258.1 points from 10 events and one victory. Next, Jesper Svensson of Sweden after 12 events, places third with 1,197.24 points and one title to his name. Swede Sebastian Soderberg, with no wins in 10 events, is fourth with 1,145.9 points. England’s Tommy Fleetwood rounds out the top five with one win in just 3 events, totaling 1,142.6 points.

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: Scheffler Remains Number One, Kohles Climbs Into the Top 100

At the summit of the World Golf Ranking, Scottie Scheffler of the USA retains his number one position, continuing his firm hold on the lead. Fellow American Wyndham Clark remains at number three, maintaining his presence in the upper echelon of the rankings. Both players have shown consistency, keeping their standings intact from the previous week.

World Golf Ranking: American dominance, Kohles with a big leap

In the second tier of top American golfers, Xander Schauffele holds steady at number four, Patrick Cantlay at number eight, and Brian Harman at number nine, all preserving their positions from the previous week, indicating a stable performance among the leading American contenders in the World Golf Ranking. Max Homa completes the US American dominance in the Top-Ten at position ten.

There is also good news for one US player at the end of the top 100 players in the World Golf Ranking. After Ben Kohles finished second behind Canada’s Taylor Pendrith at THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson on the PGA, the 34-year-old climbed from 139th to a career-best 82nd place.

The World Golf Ranking narratives continue to evolve with shifts at the top. Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland, a perennial figure in elite golf, is stationed at number two, a spot he has successfully defended from the prior week. Jon Rahm of Spain, at number five, and Viktor Hovland from Norway, ranked at number seven, contribute to the diverse international contingent in the upper ranks, reflecting the global competitiveness of the sport.

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World Golf Ranking: McIlroy Remains Second, Fleetwood Is the Best Englishman

In the latest World Golf Ranking, Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy remains as the best UK player at second place. Tommy Fleetwood holds the top spot among British golfers at 11th, maintaining his position from the previous week. Close behind, Matt Fitzpatrick also retains his rank at 14th. These stable placements represent a sustained performance at the highest level.

World Golf Ranking: Hardly any changes among the UK players

Tyrrell Hatton, another significant name from England, sits at 17th, preserving his rank alongside his fellow countrymen. The unchanged positions of these top players suggest consistency in their recent performances on the tour. Having three British players within the top 20 highlights the continued presence of UK golfers in the upper echelons of the sport.

Turning to golfers from Scotland, Robert MacIntyre ranks 84th, undergoing a small slide down the ranking from the previous week. Matt Wallace from England makes strides moving up to 85th. While MacIntyre’s downward adjustment is a setback, Wallace’s improvement can be taken as a positive sign going into the upcoming tournaments.

The current leader of the World Golf Ranking remains Scottie Scheffler, who continues to hold the 1st position, matching his standing from last week. Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy, a prominent figure in the sport, is the second-best golfer in the ranking. The stability at the pinnacle of the ranking with Scheffler and McIlroy reflects their dominant forms in recent competitions. Following these frontrunners, America’s Wyndham Clark stays at 3rd place, which completes the unchanged leadership trio in the World Golf Ranking. Down the order, Xander Schauffele (4th), Jon Rahm (5th), Ludvig Aberg (6th), Viktor Hovland (7th), Patrick Cantlay (8th), Brian Harman (9th), and Max Homa (10th) all maintain their previous week’s positions, revealing no movement among the top ten. In such an environment, maintaining position is a critical success factor for the elite golfers looking to cement their supremacy in the sport.

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DP World Tour Live Blog: Spaniard wins the Volvo China Open

Volvo China Open 2024 Live Scores

The Volvo China Open in the season 2024 is being played in Shenzhen, China at the Hidden Grace GC. The tournament starts at the Thursday, 2nd of May and ends at the Sunday, 5th of May 2024.
The Volvo China Open is part of the European Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of $ 2.250.000.
The course for the tournament at Hidden Grace GC plays at Par 72.

The DP World Tour concludes its Asian Swing with the Volvo China Open. The tournament was last played in 2019 before it had to be cancelled for an extended period due to the coronavirus pandemic.

DP World Tour live

Through the Golf Post Live Blog you can follow all results on the DP World Tour live. The DP World Tour is the top golf league alongside the PGA Tour. Originally started on the European continent, it now includes tournaments all over the world. With events in Asia, Africa, Australia and the Middle East and partnerships with the PGA Tour, the DP World Tour has a truly global reach. The official name of the organization is PGA European Tour and the DP World Tour is headquartered at the Wentworth Club in Virgina Water, England.

In the 2024 season, a total of 45 tournaments will be held in over 25 different countries. This versatility and the many different venues are what make the tour so appealing to golfers. The prize money is slightly lower on average than on the neighboring PGA Tour and ranges between 1.2 million dollars and 10 million dollars (DP World Tour Championship).
Since 2009, the official money ranking of the DP World Tour has been the “Race to Dubai“. This includes all relevant tournaments (including the major tournaments) from a season for the ranking. The overall winner of the Race to Dubai receives a five-year playing license on the DP World Tour, the Harry Vardon Trophy and bonus prize money of six million US dollars.

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Watch: DP World Tour Highlights from Round 1 of the Volvo China Open

The first round of the Volvo China Open, part of the DP World Tour, took place at the Hidden Grace GC in Shenzhen, China. The DP World Tour Highlights from the first round showcased some impressive shots. The tournament sees golfers competing for a total prize money of 2.25 million USD.

DP World Tour: Tie at the top of the table

The Volvo China Open Highlights bring into focus the top performers of this round. France’s Romain Langasque and Sweden’s Sebastian Soderberg, both sharing the top position on the board with total scores of 63, nine under par. They are closely followed by China’s Haotong Li, whose total score is 64, eight under par. The fourth position is shared by Gordan Brixi from Czech Republic Italy’s Guido Migliozzi and Julien Guerrier from France, all posting a total score of 65 and seven under par.

The accompanying video provides an encompassing view of the best moments of the first round.

Volvo China Open: The DP World Tour round 2 highlights

About the European Tour

The DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) is the largest European professional golf tour. With 45 events, the tour’s tournament calendar is packed with highlights. In addition to the majors, the DP World Tour organizes other co-sanctioned events with the PGA Tour. The DP World tour is also a guest in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, hosting at least one tournament in a total of 25 countries. The prize money on the DP World Tour is lower than on its American sister tour, but with the basic salary introduced in 2023, players who have played at least 15 tournaments will receive at least 150,000 dollars. The season finale of the overall earnings ranking, the “Race to Dubai“, will be held in a play-off format after five “Global Swings” and the “Back 9”. The final DP World Tour Championship will determine the winner of the season in Dubai in November.

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DP World Tour: Matthew Baldwin and Co. Start at the Volvo China Open

The DP World Tour is moving to Shenzhen, China, for the Volvo China Open. The tournament, held at the Hidden Grace GC, has a prize fund of $2.25 million and a par-72 layout.

British, Welsh and Scottish Players’ DP World Tour Tee Times

The first UK player scheduled at the tee box is Englishman Matthew Baldwin, set to start his first round at 06:50 on Thursday from the 10th tee. His co-players include Spanish Angel Hidalgo and Chinese Xiang Fang. His second round kicks off at 11:50 on Friday from the 1st tee.

Scottish player Richie Ramsay will start at 07:00 from the 10th tee on Thursday, paired with Dutch player Joost Luiten and South African Ockie Strydom. His second round is scheduled for 12:00 on Friday from the 1st tee.

The second round of participants includes Englishman James Morrison beginning at 07:10 on Thursday from the 1st tee, alongside Clément Sordet from France and Chinese Haizhao Tang. His 2nd round commences at 12:10 on Friday from the 10th tee.

Matthew Jordan from England starts his rounds with Italian Edoardo Molinari and Marcus Kinhult from Sweden at 07:20 from the 1st tee on the first day and at 12:20 from the 10th tee on day two.

Tom McKibbin from Northern Ireland will pair with German Yannik Paul and Hong Kong’s Taichi Kho, kicking off at 07:30 from the 10th tee on Thursday and 12:30 on Friday from the 1st tee.

Scottish golfers Scott Jamieson and Connor Syme start their rounds at 07:50 on Thursday from the 1st and 10th tees respectively. Jamieson is with Santiago Tarrio Ben from Spain and Chinese Han Xue while Syme plays with Englishman Jordan Smith and Chinese Lian-wei Zhang. They both tee off at 12:50 on Friday from the 10th and 1st tees respectively.

English player Jordan Smith will compete with Lian-wei Zhang from China and Germany’s Maximilian Kieffer. The group will start on Thursday at 7:50 from the 10th tee and Friday at 12:50 from the 1st tee.

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DP World Tour: Tee Times for Johannes Veerman and American Compatriots

The DP World Tour continues with a showdown at the Volvo China Open held at Hidden Grace GC, located in Shenzhen, China. Competitors from around the globe will play for the prize money of $2.250.000 across 72 par courses, aiming for the top spot.

DP World Tour: Tee Times for American Players

Nicholas Paez will be the first to represent the USA at the Volvo China Open. For Round 1, Tee time on Thursday will be 06:50. He will be playing along with Joel Girrbach from Switzerland and Yanhan Zhou of China. For Round 2 on Friday, Paez will start at 11:50, once again, in the company of Girrbach and Zhou.

Another American golfer, Johannes Veerman follows suit, with an initial start time of 12:00 for the first Round on Thursday. His co-players for both rounds will be Masahiro Kawamura of Japan and Ugo Coussaud of France. The second round will see this trio tee off at an earlier time of 07:00.

Last but not least, Gunner Wiebe is set to start his first round at a later time of 13:00 on Thursday. He will be joined by Michael Lorenzo-Vera of France and Chenyou Nan of China. The same group will begin the second round on Friday, starting at 08:00 (Times are all in local time zones)

Player Name (USA) Round 1 – Tee Time Round 2 – Tee Time Co-players
Nicholas PAEZ 06:50 11:50 Joel Girrbach (SUI), Yanhan ZHOU (CHN)
Johannes Veerman 12:00 07:00 Masahiro KAWAMURA (JPN), Ugo Coussaud (FRA)
Gunner Wiebe 13:00 08:00 Michael Lorenzo-Vera (FRA), Chenyou NAN (CHN)

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