5 Golfers to watch out for at the DP World Tour Championship ft. Shane Lowry
The DP World Tour Championship field is stacked with top talent from the DP World Tour, PGA Tour, and even LIV Golf. While Jon Rahm, the only three-time champion in the event's history, is absent, several of his tourmates will be competing.
The top 52 golfers, excluding Rahm and Ludvig Åberg, on the Race to Dubai rankings have qualified for the final tournament of the season. Here, we look at 5 golfers to watch out for at this tournament.
5 big names to watch at the DP World Tour Championship
5) Shane Lowry
Shane Lowry had an unprecedented run during the PGA Tour season, completing 359 consecutive holes without a single three-putt. His consistent form throughout the year makes him a strong contender to watch at this weekend's DP World Tour Championship.
4) Tommy Fleetwood
Tommy Fleetwood, a prominent figure on both the DP World Tour and PGA Tour, has yet to secure a PGA Tour victory despite his consistent performances. With an Olympic silver medal already under his belt, winning the DP World Tour Championship would be a significant achievement.
3) Tyrrell Hatton
Several LIV Golf players are in the field, with Tyrrell Hatton emerging as the top contender at +600 odds (per Golf Monthly). Given the complex relationship between LIV and the DP World Tour, Hatton's potential victory would add an intriguing twist to the event. While other LIV players could also make a significant impact, Hatton seems best positioned to claim victory.
2) Thriston Lawrence
Thriston Lawrence is one of only two players with a chance to win the Race to Dubai. While he trails Rory McIlroy, a poor finish by McIlroy (worse than 11th) could open the door for Lawrence to claim the Harry Vardon Trophy. As such, fans will want to keep an eye on his performance.
1) Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy will be looking to end his season on a high note having endured a long year of frustrating results. He is the top-ranked player in the field and is the betting favorite. Moreover, he's been in good form and is due for a big win.
McIlroy is also on the verge of another major accomplishment. He is all but assured of winning the Race to Dubai title for the sixth time. Only Thriston Lawrence has a chance to surpass him in the points race.