Shane Lowry makes huge jump in rankings following Abu Dhabi victory

A good weekend for the Offaly man.

Shane Lowry makes huge jump in rankings following Abu Dhabi victory
Mon, 21 Jan, 2019 - 14:33
Steve Neville

Shane Lowry has jumped up 34 places in golf's world rankings following his win at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship on Saturday.

Going into the tournament Lowry had been 75th in the world, but the win has seen him break the top 50 where he is now placed at 41 on the list.

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