Eugenio Chacarra Claims DP World India Championship Victory in New Delhi
Spanish golfer Eugenio Chacarra secured a two-stroke victory at the weather-affected DP World India Championship in New Delhi, finishing the tournament at 21-under-par and moving to the top of the Race to Dubai standings, according to reports. The 26-year-old carded a final-round two-under-par 70 at the Delhi Golf Club on Sunday to claim his fourth DP World Tour title and his third of the season, overtaking American Patrick Reed in the rankings.
Weather Delays and Morning Catch-Up Play at Delhi Golf Club
Severe weather disruptions earlier in the week forced tournament organizers to pack the schedule, requiring players to complete their third rounds on Sunday morning. Chacarra finished his third round with a nine-under-par 63 to extend his overnight lead before heading into the final round. Despite managing a broken toe from the previous week and an awkward neck position on Monday night, the Spaniard maintained his advantage with three birdies against one bogey in the afternoon. Last week it was really tough, but this week doing all the ice and taking all the medications was better,
Chacarra said, according to RFI. And playing at less than 100 percent and to be able to win against this field gives me great motivation.
THIRD WIN OF THE SEASON 🏆Eugenio Chacarra wins the 2026 DP World India Championship 🇮🇳#DPWIC pic.twitter.com/HHFncRCNFP
Leaderboard Standings and Chasing Pack in New Delhi
New Zealand’s Daniel Hillier finished in second place at 19-under-par, two shots behind the winner, according to NDTV. Chacarra’s compatriot Angel Hidalgo and Poland’s Adrian Meronk shared third place at 15-under-par. Defending champion Tommy Fleetwood of England finished in a tie for fifth place at 13-under-par. Meanwhile, six-time major champion Rory McIlroy, who contended during the weather-disrupted opening days, struggled down the stretch and finished in a tie for 42nd place at four-under-par.
Chacarra Dedicates Victory to His Grandfather
A teary-eyed Chacarra dedicated his triumph in the Indian capital to his grandfather, who passed away 10 days before the tournament. He is watching me somewhere from up there,
Chacarra told RFI after clinching the trophy. The victory adds to a strong run of recent form that includes a tied-second finish at the Open de Espana and a third-place result at the FedEx Open de France.
Race to Dubai Battle Ahead for the Spaniard
Moving to the summit of the Race to Dubai rankings places a target on the winner’s back as the season progresses toward its conclusion. Chacarra acknowledged the upcoming challenge from elite competitors trailing him in the standings. I know it’s not going to be easy,
Chacarra said, noting that Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed represent formidable competition. Rory in Dubai always plays good and I know it’s going to be a big battle. Patrick, too. Two of the best players in the world coming for me now, and I know they’re not going to make it easy.
Chacarra’s prior victories on the European circuit include the Dutch Open and Open d’Italia in June, alongside his win at the Indian Open last year.
Frequently Asked Questions About the DP World India Championship
What was Eugenio Chacarra’s winning score at the DP World India Championship?
Eugenio Chacarra finished the tournament at 21-under-par after carding a final-round two-under-par 70 at the Delhi Golf Club.
Who finished as the runner-up in New Delhi?
New Zealand’s Daniel Hillier finished in second place, two strokes behind Chacarra at 19-under-par.
How did defending champion Tommy Fleetwood perform?
England’s Tommy Fleetwood finished the tournament in a tie for fifth place at 13-under-par.