Shane Lowry, carrying his Ryder Cup momentum, found the bustling noise of Delhi traffic in India less distracting compared to the rowdy New York crowd. Lowry, playing alongside Luke Donald and Tommy Fleetwood, clinched a one-shot lead with an impressive opening round of 64 at the DP World India Championship. The Irish golfer attributed his strong performance to the camaraderie with his playing partners and their recent successes.
Lowry, who carded eight birdies without a single bogey, expressed his delight in tackling the challenging 6,912-yard course at the Delhi Golf Club. The 2019 Open champion emphasized how the narrower course layout suited his game, allowing him to capitalize on the setup. He aims to maintain this level of play throughout the tournament.
Meanwhile, fellow Irishman Rory McIlroy faced a different challenge on the course, opting not to use his driver during his round of three-under 69. McIlroy highlighted the strategic nature of the course, mentioning his decision-making process to navigate the holes without relying on his driver. The Masters champion strategically planned his shots with longer irons and woods to adapt to the course’s demands.
