Aaron Rai leads by 1 entering final round in Abu Dhabi

Aaron Rai Leads by One Stroke at Abu Dhabi Championship

England's Aaron Rai holds a one-stroke lead over fellow Englishman Tommy Fleetwood and Denmark's Nicolai Hojgaard after the third round of the Abu Dhabi Championship at Yas Links Golf Club.

Round Highlights

Rai shot a 6-under 66, finishing the day at 20-under par.
He recorded seven birdies and one bogey, which came on the par-3 17th hole.
Rai is aiming for his first DP World Tour title since 2020.

"A really good round overall," Rai said. "Felt like I rolled it really well on the greens. A lot of putts had a good chance of going in."

Chasing Leaders

Two-time champion Tommy Fleetwood posted a bogey-free 67, including an eagle on the par-5 seventh and three birdies.
Nicolai Hojgaard scored eight birdies, with four consecutive on the front nine, and one bogey for a 65.
Spain’s Nacho Elvira also scored 65 and stands two shots behind the leader.
England’s Andy Sullivan (67) and New Zealand’s Daniel Hillier (65) are three shots off the pace.

Other Notable Performances

Former champion Shane Lowry of Ireland shot 68 and is tied for eighth place at 15-under par.
World No. 2 Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland recorded a 66, sharing 12th place in a six-way tie at 14-under.

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Summary: Aaron Rai leads the Abu Dhabi Championship by one stroke after a strong third round, with Tommy Fleetwood and Nicolai Hojgaard close behind.

Malaysia Sun — 2025-11-08

Aaron Rai Leads by One Stroke at Abu Dhabi Championship

Round Highlights

Chasing Leaders

Other Notable Performances

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