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Tyrrell Hatton edged out Ross Hillier to claim the Dubai Desert Classic on Sunday, securing his first DP World Tour title since 2021. The Englishman played a composed final round, shooting a steady 69 to reach 17 under overall. Hillier pushed him hard, carding a superb 64 to finish one shot behind. Hatton’s victory marks his sixth DP World Tour title and further cements his place as one of the most exciting young players in the game.
In a thrilling start to the Dubai Desert Classic, Australian sensation Cameron Smith took the lead with an impressive seven-under-par 65 at the stunning Emirates Golf Club on Thursday. Meanwhile, Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy, a two-time champion in Dubai, faced a challenging day on the course, finishing with a one-over 73—seven strokes adrift of the frontrunner. Hot on Smith’s heels is England’s Tyrrell Hatton, just one shot back after an exhilarating six-under 66. Joining him in joint-second are Patrick Reed from the United States and Justin Rose, both of whom delivered solid performances with rounds of 67.
