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Race to Dubai Rankings: Fleetwood Makes Up Places After Masters Performance

Tommy Fleetwood at the Masters Tournament 2024. (Image: Getty)
Tommy Fleetwood at the Masters Tournament 2024. (Image: Getty)

In the dynamic world of professional golf, the DP World Tour continues to showcase some of the most enthralling competitions and talent across the globe. The tour has already witnessed a range of tournaments in the current season, with the latest being won by Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy who, with masterful play, clinched victory and secured the top spot in the prestigious Race to Dubai rankings. With the Masters Tournament 2024 being co-sanctioned by the DP World and PGA Tour, players earn points for both rankings. Amidst the international roster, England has made a strong impression with a notable presence of 21 players within the Top 120 of the Race to Dubai rankings, indicative of the country’s deep talent pool.

Tracking the Prime Contenders in the Race to Dubai

Tommy Fleetwood, currently holding the 4th place, leads the charge for England in the Race to Dubai with 1142.6 points from 3 events and T3 at the Masters Tournament last weekend, including a significant win. Followed closely behind him are Jordan Smith and Andy Sullivan, both of whom have shown impressive consistency on the tour. These top English golfers continue to push the boundaries, aiming for the summit of the leaderboard.

Top-5 Spotlight: Race to Dubai Showdown

McIlroy, at the top with 1699.5 points from just 3 events and a victory, solidifies his reputation as a global golf icon. Japan’s Rikuya Hoshino sits second with 1258.1 points, edging closer with each tournament. In third place, Sweden’s Jesper Svensson has put forth an impressive 1160.34 points. The leaderboard is a testimony to the diverse talent that the DP World Tour attracts, with these athletes exemplifying the competitive spirit that lies at the heart of the Race to Dubai.

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: Scottie Scheffler Cements His Spot At The Top

The US-player Scottie Scheffler cements his spot at the pinnacle of the World Golf Ranking after the Masters Tournament 2024. (Photos: Getty)

In the latest World Golf Ranking update, Scottie Scheffler of the USA continues to lead as the world’s top golfer after his second win of the Masters Tournament 2024. Close behind, Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland maintains his second-place ranking after placing T22 in the tournament. McIlroy’s position remains unchanged from the previous week.

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Further down the rankings, other UK golfers are experiencing varying degrees of movement. Tommy Fleetwood from England has made a jump to the 11th position, climbing from 13th, showcasing an upward trajectory. However, Matt Fitzpatrick has experienced a slight decline, dropping from 10th to 12th rank. Meanwhile, Tyrrell Hatton has improved his standing by climbing from the 19th to the 16th position.

Outside of the UK contingent, the rankings show notable changes among the elite top-10 golfers globally. Xander Schauffele of the USA has climbed to the third position, up from fifth, while Jon Rahm from Spain has slightly slipped to fourth from third. That marks the first time since July 2023, that a different player is number three. Additionally, Ludvig Aberg from Sweden and Max Homa from the USA have risen to the seventh and ninth positions respectively.

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World Golf Ranking: Scheffler firmly at the top, Schauffele now in top 3

The US-players that make up two thirds of the Top 3 of the World Golf Ranking after the Masters Tournament 2024. (Photos: Getty)

Scottie Scheffler continues to hold the top spot in the World Golf Rankings this week, following his commanding win at the Masters Tournament 2024. Xander Schauffele, also from the United States, has moved up two places to third in the rankings after finishing 8th place at this weekends Masters Tournament.

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The World Golf-Ranking: Top 10 sees shifts

The dynamics within the top ten rankings see some shifts; Wyndham Clark has dropped from fourth to fifth, indicating a slight dip in his recent performance. Conversely, Max Homa has advanced from eleventh to ninth, demonstrating positive momentum in his game.

Further down the list, Brian Harman experienced a minor setback, moving from eighth to tenth, as well as Patrick Cantlay, who moved on down to the vacated eight spot.

Movements from non-US players

Amid these shifts, Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy steadfastly holds the second spot. Spain’s Jon Rahm, last year’s Masters tournament champion, has faced a slight decline, moving from third to fourth, which also marks the first shift in the Top 3 since the end of July in 2023.

Notable mentions include Viktor Hovland, who remains solid at sixth, and Ludvig Aberg, whose commendable performance at Augusta has boosted him from ninth to seventh.

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World Golf Ranking: Scheffler at the top and Top US Players

Scottie Scheffler. (Photo: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler. (Photo: Getty)

Scottie Scheffler maintained his lead in the World Golf Ranking as the top American and overall number one, showcasing stability at the pinnacle. Conversely, Wyndham Clark remains the fourth-ranked American golfer with no movement from his previous fourth place in the World Golf Ranking.

Hier geht es zur ganzen Golf-Weltrangliste

Xander Schauffele, another prominent American in golf, holds his position at fifth, indicating a steady performance among the elite. Meanwhile, Patrick Cantlay, ranked seventh, and Brian Harman, situated at eighth, retain their previous standings, reflecting a continuous display of solid golf without advancements in the ranking.

Dynamics in the US Golf Scene

Number eleven, Max Homa, experienced a minor slide, reflecting a slight negative shift in his status within the World Golf Ranking, leaving the top 10. Cameron Young lost one rank aswell and is now at fourteenth. Sahith Theegala at fifteenth have not seen any ranking changes this week. Keegan Bradley, now ranked sixteenth, has climbed two spots, signaling a positive development in his standing. The most remarkable improvement among the highlighted American players comes from Russell Henley, who vaulted from twenty-third to seventeenth, marking a significant upward trend in his World Golf Ranking.

Fluctuations in the Top 10

While the top three with Rory McIlroy on second and Jon Rahm on third hold steady, the remainder of the top 10 exhibits some shifts. Matt Fitzpatrick, the only player within this range to improve his standing, leapt from eleventh to tenth in the World Golf Ranking. This progress demonstrates his positive momentum as he moves into the elite group. On the other hand, the rest of the field within the top ten maintained their rankings, preempting any dramatic changes and prolonging the battle for supremacy in the tours ahead.

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World Golf Ranking Update: Matt Fitzpatrick is back in the top 10

Matt Fitzpatrick from England. (Photo: Getty)
Matt Fitzpatrick from England. (Photo: Getty)

The latest World Golf Ranking release continues to see Scottie Scheffler from the USA holding the top spot. Closely following him is Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy in second place, maintaining his position from the previous week. The World Golf Ranking features prominent British players with Matt Fitzpatrick from England making positive strides, moving up one spot to the 10th position. Tommy Fleetwood, another English golfer, is currently ranked 13th, one rank lower than last week.

Hier geht es zur ganzen Golf-Weltrangliste

Tyrrell Hatton and Justin Rose, both hailing from England, experienced a dip in the World Golf Ranking. Hatton dropped two places to 19th, while Rose fell two spots to 58th. Robert MacIntyre from Scotland is now ranked 80th, a one-place drop from the previous ranking.

Analyzing the World Golf Ranking within the top 10, Jon Rahm of Spain remains at the 3rd spot with Americans Wyndham Clark and Xander Schauffele holding onto the 4th and 5th places respectively. Viktor Hovland from Norway maintains the 6th position, followed by Patrick Cantlay and Brian Harman of the USA who retain their 7th and 8th spots. Rounding out the ninth position is Sweden’s Ludvig Aberg. Among the notable shifts, Hideki Matsuyama of Japan has ascended two spots, landing at 12th in the World Golf Ranking. This shift highlights the ongoing competitiveness and dynamism within the sport’s elite echelon. The World Golf Ranking continues to provide a benchmark for golfers’ performance globally, reflecting their recent achievements and form in professional golf tournaments.

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Guy Kinnings Takes Over as European Tour Group CEO

Guy Kinnings takes over as European Tour Group CEO. (Photo: Getty)
Guy Kinnings takes over as European Tour Group CEO. (Photo: Getty)

Guy Kinnings officially begins his new role as the European Tour Group’s Chief Executive Officer today, Tuesday April 2, 2024. 

Kinnings, who succeeds Keith Pelley, has been the European Tour Group’s Deputy CEO, Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Director – Ryder Cup since 2018, and now becomes only the fifth person in the CEO position since the Tour was established in 1972. 

Guy Kinnings: “A shift in our sport to a more global mindset”

He said: “Today is a very proud day for me and my family. It is a real privilege to become the Chief Executive of the European Tour Group and it is a responsibility I do not take lightly. 

“Our Tour has such a wonderful history, and I am delighted to have this opportunity to help shape the next exciting phase in its evolution. 

“I have been working closely with our players, our Board, our partners and our staff over the past six years and I feel we have a great opportunity to look forward and to focus on unity and alignment in the game. There has been a shift in our sport to a more global mindset and that is something, as golf’s global Tour, that we welcome. 

“We have a widely recognised international footprint, stemming from 50 years of building relationships and staging tournaments in many different countries and continents and this allows us to appeal to golf fans from a wide variety of different backgrounds and demographics. We very much look forward to continuing that.”

Eric Nicoli, Chairman of the European Tour Group, said: “This is a hugely significant day for the European Tour Group as a whole and on behalf of the entire Board, I am delighted to welcome Guy to the role of CEO.

“He is vastly experienced, is hugely respected throughout the golf industry and has strong relationships right across our sport. Our deliberate and purposeful succession planning will ensure a seamless transition in our leadership at this pivotal time in the evolution of the men’s professional game.

“We are looking forward to working closely with Guy to take advantage of the opportunities that await us, and to take our Tour to even greater heights on behalf of the entirety of our membership.”

Ryder Cup and Strategic Alliance as previous accomplishments

Kinnings has been an influential figure in golf for more than three decades. A law graduate from University of Oxford, he left Freshfields law firm to join IMG’s legal team in London in 1989 and moved to its golf division in 1991 where he worked with some of the world’s leading players in the professional game. 

He went on to become IMG’s Senior International Vice President and Global Head of Golf, leading the company’s worldwide golf business comprising both clients and events, as well as managing its key relationships with all governing bodies and brands involved with the sport. 

He joined the European Tour Group prior to the 2018 Ryder Cup at Le Golf National in France and as Executive Director – Ryder Cup, he has overseen the growth of the biennial contest’s Worldwide Partner programme. 

Kinnings also had overall responsibility for the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome – the most successful edition to be staged in Europe – as Luke Donald’s European Team defeated the United States 16½-11½ at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. 

As Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Commercial Officer, he also oversaw the growth of the Tour’s commercial operation.  

Alongside the Board and the Executive Leadership Team, he helped to secure the Strategic Alliance with the PGA TOUR in 2020 which has helped grow the DP World Tour prize funds to record levels. He was also central to the ground-breaking agreement for DP World to become the title partner of the main Tour at the start of the 2022 season.  

Kinnings becomes the fifth Chief Executive of the European Tour Group, following John Jacobs (1972-1975), Ken Schofield (1975 – 2004), George O’Grady (2005-2015) and Keith Pelley (2015-2024).

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Race to Dubai: Tommy Fleetwood leads English presence

Remains the best English player in the Race to Dubai Rankings: Tommy Fleetwood. (Image: Getty)
Remains the best English player in the Race to Dubai Rankings: Tommy Fleetwood. (Image: Getty)

The DP World Tour season continues to gather pace, with numerous tournaments already completed. In the latest event, Shane Lowry emerged victorious, securing his position among the top contenders. Rory McIlroy currently leads the pack in the Race to Dubai rankings, with an impressive performance throughout the season. As part of the United Kingdom’s contribution to the sport, there are currently 20 English players holding spots in the top 120 of the Race to Dubai rankings.

Top Englishmen Perform in Race to Dubai


Three English players have made significant strides in the Race to Dubai rankings this season. Tommy Fleetwood, with a triumph to his name, currently sits at 16th with 625.6 points after participating in two events. Laurie Canter has gathered 496.25 points from six events and Jordan Smith holds 482.85 points from eight events, with Andy Sullivan following up closely at 24th place.

Fierce Competition at the Top


McIlroy remains the frontrunner in the Race to Dubai, having amassed 1596 points from just two events, including one notable victory. Close on his heels are Japan’s Rikuya Hoshino with 1258.1 points from ten events including a win, and Sweden’s Jesper Svensson who has collected 1160.34 points also from ten tournaments and one win. Adrian Meronk from Poland, with 1023.4 points from four events and Chile’s Joaquin Niemann with 966.73 points from three events, also claiming a win, round out the top five.

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: Johannes Veerman closes up on Jordan Gumberg

Placing in the top 30 of the Race to Dubai Rankings: Johannes Veerman and Jordan Gumberg. (Images: Getty)
Placing in the top 30 of the Race to Dubai Rankings: Johannes Veerman and Jordan Gumberg. (Images: Getty)

As the DP World Tour advances the Race to Dubai rankings have also experienced significant movements. The latest to clinch victory in the series was Rory McIlroy, who emerges as the current leader in the standings. This season has seen a total of three American golfers making their way into the top 100 of the Race to Dubai rankings.

Top American Contenders in the Race to Dubai


The American presence on the DP World Tour is undeniable, with golfers like Jordan Gumberg (19th), Johannes Veerman (22nd), and Sean Crocker (84th) fighting for supremacy. These top US players participated in 7 to 9 events this season, with Gumberg proudly owning a victory to his name.

Dominance at the Top of the Race to Dubai


The fierce competition at the top of the Race to Dubai is led by none other than Rory McIlroy, whose stellar performances throughout the season place him in the pole position. Accompanying him in the top echelons are Rikuya Hoshino, Jesper Svensson, Adrian Meronk, and Joaquin Niemann, each with impressive point tallies and respective victories in the season’s events.

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 on top

No motion at the top: This week's World Golf Ranking standings. (Image: Getty)
No motion at the top: This week's World Golf Ranking standings. (Image: Getty)

In the current World Golf Ranking, two American players hold prominence at the top. Scottie Scheffler remains steadfast at the number one position, with no movement from the previous week. At number four, Wyndham Clark maintains his standing, also without change.

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Continuing with the American presence in the upper echelons of the World Golf Ranking, Xander Schauffele holds the fifth position, followed by Patrick Cantlay and Brian Harman at seventh and eighth, respectively. Max Homa completes the top five American players by sitting at the tenth spot. In the World Golf Ranking, notable stability at the very top can be observed. Alongside Scheffler, Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland retains the second spot, while Spain’s Jon Rahm continues at third. As we look further down the World Golf Ranking, the remainder of the top ten presents a similar picture of stability. Apart from the aforementioned American players, Viktor Hovland of Norway at number six and Sweden’s Ludvig Aberg at number nine maintain their rankings. Matt Fitzpatrick from England keeps his eleventh position in a consistent display relative to last week’s scoring. This week’s first change in the leaderboard rankings regards Collin Morikawa swapping places with Tyrrell Hatton at rank 16 and 17, respectively. 

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World Golf Ranking: Scheffler Leads, Fitzpatrick Tops UK Players-Ranking

OWGR: Matt Fitzpatrick remains best ranked English player. (Image: Getty)
OWGR: Matt Fitzpatrick remains best ranked English player. (Image: Getty)

In the most recent World Golf Ranking, British players have shown varied movement among the elite of the sport. Matt Fitzpatrick holds the 11th position, maintaining his status from the previous week. Tommy Fleetwood, continuing his consistent performance, also preserves his ranking at 12th. Moving on to the current state of the World Golf Ranking at the top level, the leaderboard remains unchanged. Scottie Scheffler continues his reign at the number one spot, with Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy trailing closely at second place, both securing their rankings from the prior week. Spanish golfer Jon Rahm holds firm in the third position, solidifying the status quo among the leading trio.

To the Official World Golf Ranking

Meanwhile, the following British players experienced shifts in the World Golf Ranking. Tyrrell Hatton, who previously held the 16th rank, has seen a slight decline, falling one position to 17th. On a positive note, Aaron Rai has achieved a notable climb from 81st to 73rd, a stark improvement that highlights his upward trajectory. The remaining British golfers in the top 100 of the World Golf Ranking include Robert MacIntyre and Justin Rose, ranked 79th and 56th respectively. MacIntyre has dropped five places from the previous week, while Rose fell off by three. Exploring the rest of the top 10 in the World Golf Ranking, positions four through 10 have exhibited no movement. American players Wyndham Clark and Xander Schauffele stay secured at fourth and fifth places respectively. Norway’s Viktor Hovland remains at sixth, followed by Patrick Cantlay of the USA at 7th. Brian Harman, another American, holds the 8th spot. Swedish golfer Ludvig Aberg at 9th and American Max Homa at 10th round out the top ranks, each solidifying their spots in the World Golf Ranking.