Tyrrell Hatton put in a stellar performance at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic to claim his eighth career win on the DP World Tour, winning the prestigious Rolex Won the fifth victory in the Rolex Series. The 33-year-old Briton shot 69 (-3) in the final round and ended up with a score of 15-under 273, narrowly beating New Zealander Daniel Hillier by one shot at the Emirates Golf Club in the United Arab Emirates. Daniel Hillier).
Hatton's dominance in Dubai
Hatton's consistent performance in all four rounds (71, 65, 68, 69) secured victory, further cementing his reputation as a Rolex Series specialist. With the win, he earned $1.53 million from a $9 million prize pool and topped the DP World Tour money list.
Hatton also has victories on the PGA Tour (Arnold Palmer Invitational, 2020) and LIV Premier Golf League (Nashville, 2024), adding another prestigious title to his resume. He had five birdies in the final round, offsetting two bogeys, demonstrating his ability to stay calm under pressure.
Key Competitors and Notable Performances
Hillier finished second at 14-under 274 and fellow Briton Laurie Canter finished third at 13-under 275.
Northern Ireland star and two-time defending champion Rory McIlroy finished tied for fourth with Denmark's Niklas Norgaard at 12-under 276. World No. 3 McIlroy was unable to replicate his past dominance in the event but still performed well. Solid performance.
Italian player Guido Migliozzi finished eighth at 10-under 278 and shot a strong final-round 69 with four birdies. The result moved Migliozzi up 63 places to 19th in the Tour of Dubai standings. Fellow Italian Francesco Laporta finished tied for 31st at 3-under 285.
The significance of the Rolex Series and Hatton’s motivation
Hatton's victory further underlines his credentials in the Rolex Series, which are among the most prestigious events on the DP World Tour. His ability to perform consistently in high-pressure stages makes him a key asset for Team Europe in the Ryder Cup.
Hatton's season got off to an impressive start with victory in Dubai, setting the tone for another outstanding year in his career.
