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Neergaard-Petersen Puts Pressure on McIlroy at Tournament’s Penultimate Hole
As of 12:33 PM on November 16, 2025, the final group has arrived at the par-three 17th hole, with Rory McIlroy leading at 16-under and Nicolai Højgaard trailing closely behind at 15-under, having completed 17 holes.
Højgaard teed off first, delivering a remarkable shot that landed softly and precisely next to the pin. The approach leaves him with a virtually guaranteed birdie opportunity,poised to potentially tie McIlroy at 16-under.
All eyes now turn to McIlroy. His tee shot landed on the ridge of the green but trickled further away from the hole, falling just short of the anticipated mark.The shot required a fraction more power to secure a similar favorable position. The pressure is mounting as the tournament nears its climax.