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Eugenio Chacarra Has McIlroy and Reed Chasing a Different India Story

Eugenio Chacarra has reshaped the narrative at the DP World India Championship, leaving Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed scrambling to respond after a dominant start. The Spaniard sits at 14 under par and two strokes clear after 54 holes, with a two-shot lead heading into the final round.

His strong play—including a second-round 67 and a four-under start to the third—has shifted focus away from the Race to Dubai contenders, who trail by eight and ten strokes respectively. Chacarra’s performance echoes his breakthrough win at last year’s Hero Indian Open, where he overcame an early stumble to claim his first DP World Tour title.

Now, with seven holes remaining in the third round and a full final round ahead, he has a chance to secure another victory that could redefine his career trajectory at a pivotal moment.

The tournament’s resumption on Sunday morning (9:05 p.m. ET Saturday) adds an extra layer of challenge, as Chacarra must defend his lead under early-morning conditions in New Delhi.

His path to victory contrasts sharply with his 2025 win, where he clawed back from a slow start to finish strong. If he holds on, it would mark a second triumph in India—this time on a different course—and solidify his standing on the tour.

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