Golfer Daniel Hillier will be just three shots off the lead heading into the final round of the European Tour's Abu Dhabi Championship - 09-Nov-2025 - NZ Golf news

Golfer Daniel Hillier Three Shots Off Lead at Abu Dhabi Championship

New Zealand golfer Daniel Hillier remains in strong contention at the European Tour’s Abu Dhabi Championship, finishing the third round just three shots behind the leader.

The Wellington-born player posted an impressive seven-under-par 65, highlighted by nine birdies, taking his total score to 17-under for the tournament on 9 November 2025.

“The Wellingtonian carded nine birdies in a superb seven-under par 65 third round – moving to 17-under for the tournament.”

England’s Aaron Rai holds the outright lead at 20-under, while Canterbury’s Kazuma Kobori trails ten shots behind after delivering a solid three-under-par round, bringing him to 10-under overall.

Leaderboard Snapshot

Author’s summary: Daniel Hillier’s brilliant third round keeps him just three shots from the top, with one final round left to challenge for the Abu Dhabi title.

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