Driverless in Delhi & Kapalua's Crisis - October 20th, 2025

20/10/2025 5 min
Driverless in Delhi & Kapalua's Crisis - October 20th, 2025

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On October 20th, 2025, Tommy Fleetwood captured the DP World India Championship without a driver in his bag, while the golf world was stunned by the cancellation of the 2026 Sentry due to a severe water crisis in Maui.DP WORLD INDIA CHAMPIONSHIPAt the tight Delhi Golf Club, Tommy Fleetwood led an "equipment rebellion," winning without a driver. He was one of 42% of the field who ditched the big stick, a strategy that paid off for him but not for Rory McIlroy.Rory McIlroy on his choice: "The risk is not worth the reward."The win was extra special for Fleetwood, who fulfilled a wish for his son Frankie to be able to run onto the 18th green to celebrate with his dad for the first time.SENTRY CANCELED AT KAPALUAIn shocking news, the 2026 Sentry tournament at Kapalua has been canceled due to a severe water shortage on Maui. The unprecedented move highlights a growing environmental crisis with devastating economic consequences for the island community.Analyst Mark Rolfing's stark verdict: "There is no scenario where the Sentry can be played."Local non-profit director J.D. Wyatt called the loss of the "four day, long commercial" for the island a "big hit" for the community.Quick HitsBrian Harman's 'rusty' week ends with a slammed club • Rory's driver-less strategy only nets a T26 finish • Nearly half the field (42%) went without a driver in Delhi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.