One golfer who can definitely surprise this week is Sergio Garcia. The Spaniard has been playing some solid golf of late, notching top-25 finishes in three of his last four starts. Garcia also loves playing here in Sheshan as evidenced by his tournament win here in 2008. With the form that he is in right now and his experience with this particular event, look for Garcia to add to his trophy collection this week.
Russell Knox
Russell Knox captured the imagination of golf fans everywhere with his stunning victory in the HSBC Champions last year. He shot a four-under-par 68 in the final round to become the first player to win a World Golf Championship in his debut. Knox will fancy his chances of retaining the crown this week as he has fared extremely well in the PGA Tour of late. He has finished in the top-25 in six of his last seven starts, including a victory at the Travelers Championship last August.
Justin Thomas
Another golfer who can definitely make a run at the title this week is Justin Thomas. He has been on fire to start the season, grabbing a three-stroke victory in the CIMB Classic last week. He will look to carry that excellent form in the HSBC Champions, the site of his 27th-place showing a year ago. For Thomas to become the PGA Tour’s first multiple winner this season, he will need to continue his outstanding play from tee to green. He is 15th in the PGA Tour in strokes gained in that particular department with a solid 1.421 clip this season. That will be a major weapon for Fowler when dealing with the nooks and crannies of this tough Sheshan course.
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