Shubhankar Sharma Falls Short at 2024 Acciona Open de España, Angel Hidalgo Triumphs

India's Shubhankar Sharma finished tied-57th at the 2024 Acciona Open de España. Despite three eagles, Sharma's performance was hampered by three double bogeys across four rounds. Spaniard Angel Hidalgo clinched his first DP World Tour title in a playoff against Jon Rahm, marking a historic all-Spanish final group.

Shubhankar Sharma, India's prominent golfer, concluded the 2024 Acciona Open de España in a tied-57th place, posting a modest final round of one-over 72. Despite three eagles, including two in the third round, Sharma's potential was marred by three double bogeys over the four rounds, leading to an overall one-over for the week.

In a dramatic turn of events, Spaniard Angel Hidalgo secured his maiden DP World Tour title. Hidalgo triumphed over three-time champion Jon Rahm in a playoff, with both players finishing tied at 14 under par. The playoff saw both golfers birdie the first extra hole, but Hidalgo clinched the victory with a decisive two-foot putt on the second attempt.

This historic win marked the first all-Spanish final group at the national open since 2019, when Rahm took the title by defeating Rafa Cabrera Bello and Samuel Del Val. Reflecting on his win, Hidalgo expressed disbelief at his achievement, recalling how just a few years ago, he was merely a spectator at the event.

(With inputs from agencies.)