Rory McIlroy is four shots behind the clubhouse lead after a weather-affected, delayed first day at the DP World India Championship in New Delhi. Multiple outlets report that play is part-suspended, leaving golfers to complete rounds under disrupted conditions.
McIlroy records a two-under-par opening round to finish in that position. Tom McKibbin is closer to the front, sitting one shot off the lead, with McIlroy three shots further back than the outright pace at the top of the leaderboard. The tournament continues as conditions allow.
The reporting also frames McIlroy’s run as part of his bid for Race to Dubai success, with one outlet noting he is aiming to win the title for a record-equalling eighth time. Overall, the outlets agree on the key leaderboard positions and the impact of weather on the opening day schedule.
