American Golfer Holds Off Campillo for Championship

Hainan, China – American golfer Jordan Gumberg claimed his second DP World Tour title on Sunday, winning the Hainan Classic after a thrilling final round duel with Spain’s Jorge Campillo. Gumberg finished with a two-under-par 70, securing a one-stroke victory with a total score of 19-under par.

The victory marks Gumberg’s second triumph on the DP World Tour, following his playoff win at the SDC Championship in South Africa in March 2024.

Final Round Recap: A Back-and-Forth Battle

The final round proved to be a closely contested affair, with Gumberg and Campillo trading the lead throughout the day. I don’t have words right now,” Gumberg said beside the 18th green. He was ahead at first, I was ahead… He was ahead, I was ahead … It just ended up a back-and-forth battle all day. Gumberg started with a birdie but gave it back at the third, before adding further birdies at the sixth and 11th holes.

Campillo, seeking his third DP World Tour win, also had a strong showing with birdies on the first, eighth and 12th, but bogeys hampered his chances. Both players traded pars on the final six holes, with birdie opportunities narrowly missed.

Final Leaderboard Highlights

Several other golfers finished near the top of the leaderboard:

• Marcus Armitage (England), Adrián Otaegui (Spanish-born, UAE), and Zhou Yanhan (China) tied for third place at 15-under par.

Gumberg’s Journey to Victory

Gumberg turned professional in 2017 and has steadily climbed the ranks, playing on the PGA Tour Latinoamérica and Korn Ferry Tour before joining the Challenge Tour in 2022. He earned his European Tour card after finishing in the top-45 on the Challenge Tour in 2023.

Gumberg’s place on tour is now guaranteed for two years.

Looking Ahead

The DP World Tour now moves to New Delhi for the Hero Indian Open, the second leg of its Asian swing, which also includes a stop in Turkey.

FAQ

Q: When did Jordan Gumberg win his first DP World Tour title?

A: Jordan Gumberg won his first DP World Tour title in March 2024 at the SDC Championship in South Africa.

Q: Where was the Hainan Classic held?

A: The Hainan Classic was held in China, at Mission Hills on Hainan Island.

Q: Who finished in second place at the Hainan Classic?

A: Jorge Campillo of Spain finished in second place, one stroke behind Jordan Gumberg.