Hillier leads from Hatton at Dubai Desert Classic with McIlroy 7 shots back

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Daniel Hillier of New Zealand hits off the first tee during the third round of the Dubai Desert Classic golf tournament, in Dubai, Jan. 18, 2025. (AP)
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  • Tyrrell Hatton shot 68 and was the closest challenger to the No. 223-ranked Hillier

DUBAI: Daniel Hillier of New Zealand birdied the final two holes to shoot 2-under 70 on Saturday and take a one-stroke lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic.
Tyrrell Hatton shot 68 and was the closest challenger to the No. 223-ranked Hillier, whose only win on the European tour came at the British Masters in July 2023.
Hillier was 13-under par for the week.
Rory McIlroy, seeking a third straight title at the prestigious tournament, was seven shots off the pace in a tie for 12th place after a round of 69.

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