Aaron Rai Leads Abu Dhabi Championship by One Stroke
England's Aaron Rai holds a one-stroke lead over fellow Englishman Tommy Fleetwood and Denmark's Nicolai Hojgaard heading into the final round of the Abu Dhabi Championship at Yas Links Golf Club.
Third Round Highlights
- Rai shot a 6-under 66, reaching 20-under overall.
- He made seven birdies and one bogey on the par-3 17th hole.
- Rai is aiming for his first DP World Tour title since 2020.
"A really good round overall. Felt like I rolled it really well on the greens. A lot of putts had a good chance of going in," Rai said.
Challengers Close on Rai
- Tommy Fleetwood carded a bogey-free 67, including an eagle on the par-5 seventh hole and three birdies.
- Nicolai Hojgaard posted a 65 with eight birdies and one bogey, finishing four straight birdies on the front nine.
- Spain's Nacho Elvira is two shots behind after a 65, while England's Andy Sullivan (67) and New Zealand's Daniel Hillier (65) are three strokes back.
Additional Contenders
- Former champion Shane Lowry of Ireland is tied for eighth at 15-under with a 68.
- World No. 2 Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland is in a six-way tie for 12th place at 14-under after shooting 66.
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Author's summary: Aaron Rai leads the Abu Dhabi Championship by one stroke after a steady 66, with strong competition from Fleetwood and Hojgaard closing in for the final round.