En el cierre de temporada del DP World Tour, se registró una electrizante final que, en definitiva, no defraudó a los miles de aficionados congregados. Mucho se esperaba por la asistencia de los astros de la Ryder Cup de Europa, quienes dieron un gran espectáculo en el último torneo del año calendario. Rory McIlroy, quien era marcado como el abrumador favorito para llevarse el Race to Dubai, cumplió admirablemente las expectativas y a punto estuvo de hacer un magnífico doblete, pero su compañero de escuadra, Matt Fitzpatrick, lo derrotó en breve muerte súbita, para quedarse con el torneo en Dubai.

Marco Penge, quien estaba en el segundo puesto de la clasificación, era uno de los que podían desbancar al de Irlanda del Norte, pero apenas en el primer día y jugando con McIlroy, se desplomó y nunca disputó este título. El otro activo era Tyrrell Hatton, quien peleó hasta el final, pero sin lograr nada, ya que Rory salió decidido, no solamente para asegurar su séptimo Race to Dubai, sino para aumentar su cosecha de triunfos en este tan relevante año golfístico 2025.

El drama llegó obviamente hasta el hoyo 18. Un puñado de tres jugadores estuvieron durante buena parte de la tarde, esperando para entrar a un posible playoff; Laurie Canter (67), Ludvig Aberg (66) y Tommy Fleetwood (67), cada uno con 271 golpes, 17-bajo par. Todo parecía que el número mágico sería el 17-bajo par, pero enseguida entró en acción el mágico juego de Matt Fitzpatrick quien con toda calma, embocó su putt para birdie en el par-5 del hoyo 18. Esto, en el penúltimo grupo, antes de Rory McIlroy y Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen. Así, con tarjeta final de 66 golpes, seis-bajo par, el inglés firmó un total de 270 golpes, 18-bajo par, con lo que rompió el empate de los tres que ya habían finalizado.

Solo restaba ver lo que Rory McIlroy podría hacer. Después de un gran inicio, con cinco birdies en 11 hoyos, Rory cometió un error en el 16, cayendo a 16-bajo par. No logró el birdie en el 17, así que su última esperanza era hacer águila en el 18, ya que el número ya no era 17, sino 18. EN este punto cabe aclarar que el título del Race to Dubai ya estaba asegurado, solo era cuestión de ver si lograría el título del torneo.

En su acostumbrado drama de hoyo final, Rory nuevamente respondió, embocando para águila en el larguísimo par-5 del hoyo 18 de Jumeirah Golf Estates. Fue un estruendo que se sintió más allá de los Emiratos, con otra explosión de McIlroy, como lo ha había estado haciendo a lo largo de todo el año. Y; como era de esperarse, Rory era el gran favorito para eliminar a Fitzpatrick en la muerte súbita. Así, tres de sus victorias en el año, habían llegado por playoff: Players Championship, Masters y recientemente, el Irish Open.

Sin embargo, Matt Fitzpatrick tenía otros planes y el inglés aprovechó el error en la salida de McIlroy, quien cayó al arrollo que parte el fairway del hoyo final. Rory ya no fue capaz de salvar su par, lo que dejó la mesa para que Matthew Fitzpatrick embocara un corto putt para par, que le aseguró su tercer título en este clásico. Increíble, las muestras de fraternidad por parte de ambos jugadores. Genuinamente, el de Irlanda del Norte se mostró muy complacido por el triunfo de su compañero de escuadra de la Ryder Cup.

Visiblemente emocionado, McIlroy confirmó que este 2025, ha sido el mejor en su larga carrera. Con siete títulos en el Race to Dubai, superó ya los seis de Seve Ballesteros y se queda a uno de los ocho de Colin Montgomerie. Un lugar asegurado en la historia como uno de los mejores europeos.

Finalmente, Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen, que jugó con Rory en el grupo final, igualó los 17-bajo par de los tres anteriores, con birdie en el 18 para tarjeta de 68 golpes, cuatro-bajo par. Compartió el tercer puesto. El otro Rasmus, Hojgaard, quedó solitario en el séptimo sitio, con score de 273 golpes, 15-bajo par. Los otros astros de la Ryder Cup fueron Justin Rose, Robert MacIntyre, Tyrrell Hatton y Shane Lowry.

Mauricio Durazo Villanueva

En el PGA Tour, un tenaz y persistente Adam Schenk, capturó finalmente su primer título en este circuito, tras batallar contra los fortísimos vientos en Bermuda, superando por uno a Chandler Phillips y por dos a un puñado de cinco jugadores. A sus 33 años, Schenk salta con su primera conquista, en el que fue su torneo número 343. Sin duda, una espera que, por momentos, fue eterna. Ahora, ya es considerado un ganador de un torneo oficial en el PGA Tour.

Tras tres sólidas rondas, 69-65-67, Schenk lucía como puntero, pero cuatro jugadores se encontraban a solo uno de distancia, en 11-bajo par; ellos eran Chandler Phillips, Adam Hadwin, Takumi Kanaya y Max McGreevy. Hadwin se derrumbó en la ronda final, con parcial de 75 golpes, pero los otros tres mantuvieron sus esperanzas hasta el final. En una jornada extremadamente complicada por el clima, Phillips se mantuvo en el duelo contra Schenk, igualando el 71 del campeón. Kanaya y McGreevy anotaron 72 golpes, que los dejó empatados en 10-bajo par, a solo dos golpes del ganador. Los otros jugadores que compartieron el tercer lugar fueron Alex Smalley (68) y Vince Whaley (70). Fueron los dos mejores scores de aquellos que estuvieron en contención en la ronda final.

Por su parte, Chandler Phillips terminó solitario en el segundo sitio, con score de 273 golpes, once-bajo par. Estuvo a punto de forzar el desempate, pero finalmente Adam Schenk salió victorioso, por medio de tres pares muy trabajados al final, que le aseguraron el título. Phillips estuvo muy cerca de la victoria, pero tres costosos bogeys en los últimos nueve hoyos le costaron. Un último birdie en el 17, le significó el subcampeonato.
Camilo Villegas empató en el noveno puesto, con score de 8-bajo par. Kris Ventura, por su parte, compartió el lugar 34, con score de 283 golpes, uno-bajo par.

Mauricio Durazo Villanueva

The three-time DP World Tour winner becomes the first Frenchman to join LIV Golf as Cleeks Golf Club Solidifies 2026 Roster DUSSELDORF, Germany (18 November 2025) – Cleeks Golf Club, one of the 13 teams that comprise the LIV Golf League, have announced the signing of French star Victor Perez to complete its lineup for 2026. Perez becomes the first Frenchman to join LIV Golf, the pioneering league redefining the sport as it begins its highly anticipated fourth full season. A natural fit for the team’s competitive ambitions and cultural edge, Perez, 33, adds top-tier talent and experience to the club’s 2026 roster that is comprised of top athletes helming from Germany, Poland, England and France. Perez will make his LIV Golf debut in the 2026 season opener at LIV Golf Riyadh presented by ROSHN. After turning professional in 2015, Perez has steadily built his reputation on the global stage with key victories, including the 2019 Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, the 2022 Dutch Open, and the 2023 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. He also represented France on the international stage at the Paris Olympics in 2024. Off the course, the Frenchman is known for his personality, style, and modern approach to golf – all qualities that align with Cleeks Golf Club. “Joining Cleeks Golf Club for the 2026 season feels like joining golf’s next great chapter, as this club continues to push boundaries, perform at the highest level, and bring fresh energy and vision to the game,» Perez said. “The sport’s growth has been incredible, and LIV Golf’s innovation and energy are driving it forward. I’m excited to be part of that momentum and can’t wait to get started in Riyadh.” Perez joins a team led by Germany’s two-time major winning captain Martin Kaymer, as well as Englishman Richard Bland and Polish star Adrian Meronk. A founding team of LIV Golf, Cleeks Golf Club began the 2025 season in strong form with Meronk winning the opening event at LIV Golf Riyadh. With Perez now among the ranks, the team has lofty ambitions for the 2026 season. “There’s been tremendous interest in joining Cleeks Golf Club, and we’re thrilled to welcome Victor as the final piece of our roster,” said Martin Kaymer, Cleeks Golf Club captain. “With LIV Golf driving innovation in the game, we’re focused on building not just a stronger team but also contributing to building the next generation of global golf stars. Victor embodies the precision and passion that will help us forge that path.» The signing of Perez aligns with the team’s long-term ambitions to combine performance with culture and fashion. In addition to staking a claim as a leading force on the field, Cleeks Golf Club has partnered with notable brands in the lifestyle space, launching collaborations with Brooklyn label Public Drip,  renowned mixed-media artist Jacob Felländer, and The Art of Golf campaign, which invited digital artists to design golf bags to be displayed and used throughout the 2026 LIV Golf season. “Victor is a world-class player who embodies everything Cleeks Golf Club stands for,” said Jonas Martensson, Cleeks Golf Club General Manager. “He has the talent, the mindset, and the style to elevate our team both on the course and beyond it. We’re delighted to welcome him into the Cleeks family.” Perez’s debut for Cleeks is scheduled for the season-opener in Riyadh in February amidst excitement and expectation around the start of the 2026 season. Team unity and the arrival of a high-profile player establish fresh momentum and high aspirations for Cleeks Golf Club in 2026. Tickets for LIV Golf’s 2026 Season are available now at LIVGolf.com. For the full 2026 schedule and musical lineup, visit LIVGolf.com/schedule.  About Cleeks Golf Club: Cleeks Golf Club is redefining golf for the next generation, blending tradition with modern creativity. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and cultural relevance, Cleeks is building a brand that extends beyond the course, engaging audiences through art, fashion, and digital experiences. About LIV Golf:   Now in its fourth season, the LIV Golf League features 13 teams competing for both an Individual and Team title at premier golf courses across the world. As the first truly global golf League, LIV Golf is constantly innovating to set a new standard in sport and redefine the fan experience through the lens of music, culture, and entertainment, while growing the game of golf for a new era of players and fans around the world. Headquartered in New York and London, the League holds events in cities across Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Africa, with broadcasts reaching nearly 900 million households in more than 200 international markets and territories. LIV Golf was designed to expand the sport on a global level, bring new audiences to the game, create new value within the golfing ecosystem, and enhance the game’s societal impact far beyond the course through the League’s Impact & Sustainability efforts. In 2022, LIV Golf launched The International Series, which features 10 elevated events in world-class destinations. Sanctioned by the Asian Tour, these events offer a pathway for leading professional and amateur golfers from around the world into the LIV Golf League and the Majors.   CORTESIA Media Contact: Madelyn Flax

Former Ladies European Tour professional and acclaimed global commentator brings nearly two decades of competitive insight, international experience, and award-winning journalism to anchor pre-show coverage and deliver competition analysis across LIV Golf’s expanded global schedule One of golf’s most influential modern voices joins LIV Golf, strengthening a four-day, 72-hole broadcast reaching 900 million households across over 200 countries and territories LONDON, NEW YORK | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 – LIV Golf has announced the signing of global golf presenter Henni Zuël as a LIV Golf Broadcaster ahead of its 2026 season, which will feature 14 events across 10 countries, including the League’s first-ever event in South Africa. Zuël, a former professional golfer on the Ladies European Tour (LET) who shattered age records as an amateur, has earned the reputation as one of the sport’s brightest on-air talents through nearly a decade of acclaimed work with Sky Sports and GolfTV. Zuël will bring her signature storytelling style, modern voice, and experience covering the sport across international markets to the LIV Golf Broadcast; anchoring pre-show coverage and delivering on-air analysis throughout all four rounds of 72-hole competition. “Challenge has always guided my career, and I’m drawn to environments that encourage curiosity, innovation, and a genuine sense of purpose. LIV Golf is at the forefront of redefining how the sport is experienced, powered by elite athletes and leaders who embrace meaningful progress – a vision that strongly resonates with me,” said Henni Zuël, LIV Golf Broadcaster. “My passions – golf, technology, creativity, and forward thinking are all reflected in this role. Joining LIV Golf will enable me to draw on my experience as a commentator and former player, whilst contributing to the wider mission of expanding awareness and driving positive global change within the game.” “Henni Zuël brings exceptional journalistic experience and the credibility of a former professional player, enhancing the depth and quality of our coverage and strengthening our commitment to delivering a broadcast that is innovative, informed, and globally resonant,” said Chris Heck, LIV Golf President of Business Operations. “LIV Golf’s two-story format – where team identity and individual performance build simultaneously – requires the ability to illuminate both narratives with clarity and sophistication. Henni’s instincts, intuition, and commitment to modern storytelling make her an ideal voice for this new era. She embodies the professionalism, energy, and vision shaping the game, and her passion for integrating technology will help redefine how golf is experienced around the world.” The LIV Golf broadcast now stands among the most widely distributed sports productions in the world, reaching nearly 900 million households across more than 200 countries and territories through a growing portfolio of elite global partners. Following the league’s expanded 2025 media strategy – which introduced new partnerships with FOX in the United States, DAZN across key European and international markets, and KC Global Media across Asia – LIV Golf is now carried by more than 20 major linear and digital broadcasters, including Movistar (Spain), Seven Network (Australia), Coupang Play (Korea), TV Azteca (Mexico), and additional DAZN territories including Germany, Italy, France, Canada, Japan, Austria, Belgium, Portugal, and Switzerland. Together, these partnerships delivered record-breaking results in 2025, with LIV Golf programming generating more than 66 million viewer hours across live broadcasts, re-airs, and highlights – solidifying the league’s global footprint and establishing its broadcast as one of the most dynamic and far-reaching in professional sport. Prior to her award-winning work in golf broadcast journalism, Zuël distinguished herself as one of the most advanced young talents in British golf, representing England at every amateur level and making history as the youngest player ever to compete on the LET at 13 years old. Turning professional at 18, she spent seven years competing on the LET, earning two LET Access Series victories and multiple major-championship starts, including a T13 finish at the 2010 Women’s British Open. After a severe back injury ended her competitive career, Zuël transitioned into broadcasting, becoming one of the sport’s most respected and recognisable voices. She spent nearly a decade with Sky Sports covering the game’s biggest stages and was part of the BAFTA-winning broadcast team for The Open Championship in 2016. She later joined GOLFTV and Discovery, presenting and co-producing editorial output including three seasons of the acclaimed My Game instructional series. Her work across major championships and international events earned her the SJA Sports Journalist Award and cemented her reputation as one of golf’s most trusted and influential voices. Beyond broadcasting, Zuël has emerged as a leading global ambassador for golf’s continued growth and accessibility. She serves as an R&A Global Golf Development Ambassador and as European Ambassador for Steph Curry’s Underrated Golf Tour, helping create pathways for underrepresented young athletes. Zuël also supports and mentors rising golfers and emerging sports commentators around the world, alongside working with charitable organisations, including Children on the Edge – an international nonprofit focused on protecting and educating vulnerable children. She has served as a presenter and analyst for PIF-supported Saudi Ladies and LET events, reflecting her long-standing commitment to elevating women’s golf and expanding the sport’s international footprint. Zuël also extends her influence through high-profile brand partnerships as a global ambassador for adidas, BMW, Rapsodo, Fairmont Windsor, The Buckinghamshire, and Precision Golf. She continues to balance advocacy, philanthropy, and media work with a commitment to shaping the next generation of players and fans. Zuël will make her global broadcast debut for the League at LIV Golf Riyadh 2026, 4-7 February, under the lights at Riyadh Golf Club. Tickets for LIV Golf’s 2026 Season are available now at LIVGolf.com. For the full 2026 schedule and musical lineup, visit LIVGolf.com/schedule. CLICK HERE to download still images of LIV Golf Broadcaster Henni Zuël, courtesy LIV Golf. About LIV Golf Now in its fourth season, the LIV Golf League features 13 teams competing for both an Individual and Team title at premier golf courses across the globe. As the first truly global golf league, LIV Golf is constantly innovating to set a new standard in sport and redefine the fan experience through the lens of music, culture, and entertainment, while growing the game of golf for a new era of players and fans around the world. Headquartered in New York and London, the League holds events in cities across Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Africa, with broadcasts reaching nearly 900 million households in more than 200 international markets and territories. LIV Golf was designed to expand the sport on a global level, bring new audiences to the game, create new value within the golfing ecosystem, and enhance the game’s societal impact far beyond the course through the League’s Impact & Sustainability efforts. In 2022, LIV Golf launched The International Series, which features 10 elevated events in world-class destinations. Sanctioned by the Asian Tour, these events offer a pathway for leading professional and amateur golfers from around the world into the LIV Golf League and the Majors.   CORTESIA Media Contacts: Lara Toscani Weems

Con 2.000 puntos para el campeón, cualquiera de los participantes, entre ellos cuatros españoles, podrían obtener la tarjeta del PGA Tour 2026

No solo hay dinero en juego en el DP World Tour Championship, la gran final del circuito europeo. Además de los 10 millones de dólares que componen la bolsa total -la más alta de la gira europea fuera de los Majors-, los seis millones reservados para los diez mejores del año y los 12.000 puntos de la Race to Dubai ponen en juego mucho más que premios. La gloria de la Orden del Mérito también está al alcance de tres jugadores; Rory McIlroy, Marco Penge y Tyrrell Hatton; quienes luchan por coronarse como número uno del circuito europeo.

Finalizado el torneo se repartirán 10 tarjetas para el PGA entre los mejores del Top 10 de la Race to Dubai

Además, finalizado el torneo se repartirán 10 tarjetas para el PGA Tour entre los mejores del Top 10 de la Race to Dubai que aún no tengan derechos de juego en Estados Unidos. Los beneficiados también recibirán invitaciones para tres torneos del PGA Tour encuadrados dentro de los denominados «Signatures«; AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, Genesis Invitational y The Players Championship -este último exclusivo para el primero de ese Top 10-.

Marco Penge ya tiene asegurada una de esas tarjetas y parte como favorito para mantenerse en lo más alto de la lista. Actualmente, los otros puestos en juego los ocupan Kristoffer Reitan, Adrien Saddier; John Parry, Alex Noren, Laurie Canter; Haotong Li, Daniel Brown; Keita Nakajima y Jordan Smith.

Todos los jugadores del DP World Tour Championship compiten no solo por el dinero, sino también por la oportunidad de obtener una doble membresía para la próxima temporada del Tour europeo y estadounidense. Entre ellos, destacan los cuatro españoles que lucharán por una tarjeta del PGA Tour; Ángel Ayora, Eugenio Chacarra; Nacho Elvira y Jorge Campillo. El campeón del torneo se llevará 2.000 puntos de los 12.000 totales; lo que puede ser decisivo tanto para la Race to Dubai como para los codiciados derechos de juego en Estados Unidos.

Dólares y puntos a repartir:

Ranking Race to Dubai:

*En rojo los 10 jugadores que ahora mismo obtendrían la tarjeta del PGA Tour

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