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South African Golfer Jaden Schaper Takes Lead in "Race to Dubai"

South African golfer Jaden Schaper won the Alfred Dunhill Championship in Johannesburg, taking the lead in the DP World Tour's "Race to Dubai". This marks his first career win on the tour.


South African Golfer Jaden Schaper Takes Lead in "Race to Dubai"

South African golfer Jaden Schaper has taken the lead in the "Race to Dubai" for the DP World Tour, capitalizing on his victory at the Alfred Dunhill Championship, held at the Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club. This event is the fourth tournament of the new season on the tour, where the world's top golfers compete for qualification cards for the grand finale in the UAE in November 2026.

The 24-year-old Schaper celebrated his first career win on the DP World Tour by overcoming fellow countryman Chase Koepka in a playoff. Both finished the competition at 16 under par, and Schaper lifted the famous trophy with the "Black Tiger" design.

With this victory, Schaper...