The Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship kicks off with a thrilling opening round! Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry, along with Richard Sterne, Adrien Saddier, and Kazuma Kobori, are tied for the lead after impressive 64s. Rory McIlroy, the Race to Dubai leader, trails by four shots. Watch the highlights of this star-studded leaderboard, including Tyrrell Hatton, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Alex Fitzpatrick. Don’t miss the exciting action and stay tuned for more updates from the DP World Tour Play-Offs!
The Abu Dhabi Championship has kicked off with a thrilling five-way tie for the lead, leaving golf fans on the edge of their seats. But here’s where it gets even more exciting. European Rder Cup teammates Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry, alongside South Africa’s Richard Stern, France’s Adrien Sadier, and New Zealand’s Kazuma Kabori, all fired impressive opening round 64s to share the top spot at 8 under. And this is the part most people miss. This star-studded leaderboard is just the beginning of what promises to be a nail-biting tournament. Fleetwood, a two-time winner of this event, continued his superb season with a bogey-free round, showcasing his precision off the tea and clutch putting. Lowry, meanwhile, matched his teammate score with nine birdies, though a lone bogey at the 12th kept him from pulling ahead. But here’s the controversial part. Could this be the year Fleetwood clinches his third title? Or will Lowry’s momentum carry him to victory? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Race to Dubai leader Rory Mroy, despite a strong start, sits four shots back after carding a 68. And this is where it gets interesting. Mroyy’s closest challenger, Marco Penge, finished a shot ahead of him at five under, raising questions about whether Mroyy’s early stumble could cost him down the line. Meanwhile, Lewig Aberg stole the show with a hole-in-one at the par 38th, his second career ace, leaving fans wondering if he’s the dark horse to watch. The leaderboard is packed with talent, including Tier Hatton at 6 under and Matt Fitzpatrick at 5 under, just a shot behind his brother, Alex. But here’s a thought-provoking question. With so many big names in contention, who do you think has the edge heading into the weekend? Share your predictions below. As the tournament progresses, don’t miss a moment of the action. Whether you’re a Sky subscriber or prefer streaming, there’s a way for everyone to catch the drama unfold. Coverage continues on Sky Sports Golf and Sky Sports Main Event with the final round kicking off at 3:00 a.m. on Sunday. And here’s a bold prediction. This tournament could be the turning point for several player seasons. Who do you think will rise to the top? Let the debate
