Daniel Hillier
Daniel Hillier is a professional golfer from New Zealand, known for his impressive performances on the DP World Tour. With a strong early season showing that includes a second-place finish at the Dubai Desert Classic and multiple top-25 finishes, he has positioned himself among the leaders in the Race to Dubai standings. Hillier has expressed his aspiration to win the New Zealand Open, reflecting on his admiration for fellow New Zealander Nick Voke and his desire to have his name etched on the prestigious Brodie Breeze Trophy.
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Daniel Hillier won the New Zealand Open at Millbrook, showcasing his skill and determination throughout the tournament.
Daniel Hillier wins New Zealand Open at Millbrook in home triumph
New Zealand· 2026-03-01
Daniel Hillier of New Zealand is competing in the 105th New Zealand Open.
NZ Open leaderboard: Live leaderboard of the 105th New Zealand OpenNew Zealand· 2026-02-26
Daniel Hillier has continued his strong start to the DP World Tour season with his fourth top five finish.
Women’s Amateur Asia Pacific Championship: Teen golfer gets final invite to home WAAP after late withdrawalNew Zealand· 2026-02-11
Daniel Hillier continued his strong start to the DP World Tour season with a fourth top five finish.
Qatar Masters: Patrick Reed wins again, Kazuma Kobori claims top 10 as Daniel Hillier fadesNew Zealand· 2026-02-08
Daniel Hillier has continued his hot start to the DP World Tour season and remains in the hunt at the midway stage of the Qatar Masters.
DP World Tour: Daniel Hillier remains in hunt at Qatar MastersNew Zealand· 2026-02-06
Daniel Hillier is Ryan Fox's teammate and has had a strong performance in the 2025 season.
Chasing the Fox leaderboard: Can Ryan Fox and Daniel Hillier beat the field?New Zealand· 2025-12-12
Daniel Hillier claims a top-10 finish at the Australian Open.
Australian Open: Daniel Hillier claims top-10 finish as Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen takes titleNew Zealand· 2025-12-07
Daniel Hillier is in contention for the Australian Open as he chases a historic win.
Daniel Hillier in Australian Open contention as Kiwi chases historic winNew Zealand· 2025-12-06
Daniel Hillier expressed feeling flat for most of his round but gained energy from the crowd to finish strong.
Australian Open: Daniel Hillier, Ryan Fox in contention at Royal MelbourneNew Zealand· 2025-12-05
Daniel Hillier continued his fine form with an opening round 68.
Australian Open: Ryan Fox shares lead after opening round at Royal MelbourneNew Zealand· 2025-12-04
Daniel Hillier is another shot back alongside former Masters winner Adam Scott.
Australian PGA Championship: Kazuma Kobori and Daniel Hillier right in hunt at Royal QueenslandNew Zealand· 2025-11-29
Daniel Hillier plays his way into contention at the Australian PGA Championship.
Australian PGA Championship: Kazuma Kobori takes lead; Daniel Hillier plays his way into contention at Royal QueenslandNew Zealand· 2025-11-28Daniel Hillier narrowly missed out on a PGA Tour card on the DP World Tour.
Australian PGA Championship: Ryan Fox refreshed after banner year for return DownunderNew Zealand· 2025-11-26
Daniel Hillier is currently ranked No 20 on the DP World Tour and is in the hunt for a PGA Tour card.
Abu Dhabi Championship: Daniel Hillier in the hunt as Aaron Rai takes outright leadNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Daniel Hillier is competing in the Abu Dhabi Championship and is ranked No 20 going into the event.
Abu Dhabi Championship: Daniel Hillier, Kazuma Kobori in contention; Tommy Fleetwood, Aaron Rai leadNew Zealand· 2025-11-08Daniel Hillier is in contention at the DP World India Championship.
DP World India Championship: Daniel Hillier in contention as Keita Nakajima shoots into the leadNew Zealand· 2025-10-19
Daniel Hillier finished in 56th place at the Open de France.
Michael Kim wins Open de France with first title in seven years, Ryan Fox finishes 14thNew Zealand· 2025-09-21
Hillier sat 12th in that list.
BMW PGA Championship: Ryan Fox, Daniel Hillier, Kazuma Kobori through to the weekendNew Zealand· 2025-09-12
Ryan Fox is one of two Kiwis in the field this week, alongside Daniel Hillier.
Scottish Open: Ryan Fox on return to Europe, The Renaissance Club and links golfNew Zealand· 2025-07-09The third place finish wasn’t enough, however, to join fellow Kiwis Ryan Fox and Daniel Hillier in the field for this week’s US$9 million Scottish Open.
Kazuma Kobori cards final round 63 to finish third at BMW International OpenNew Zealand· 2025-07-06
Daniel Hillier is currently in a share of 20th place at the KLM Open.
Ryan Fox’s US Open bid alive with strong Canadian Open showingNew Zealand· 2025-06-07Daniel Hillier is a Kiwi golfer who will participate in the fundraiser by offering a round of golf.
Tauranga dad’s 24-hour golf fundraiser for daughter’s Rett syndrome therapyNew Zealand· 2025-05-11
Daniel Hillier bagged a top-10 finish at the Hainan Classic in China.
Kiwi golf wrap: Steven Alker, Daniel Hillier bag top-10 finishes; Dame Lydia Ko, Ryan Fox struggleNew Zealand· 2025-04-28
Daniel Hillier is one of the next best New Zealanders on 12-under.
NZ Open: Korean Guntaek Koh extends lead in peerless roundNew Zealand· 2025-03-01
Daniel Hillier was a stroke back after a round which included seven birdies.
NZ Open: Records under threat after scores tumble in golf tournamentNew Zealand· 2025-02-28
Daniel Hillier aspires to win the New Zealand Open title and has been in good early season form.
NZ Open 2025: Nick Voke and Daniel Hillier set sights on New Zealand Open titleNew Zealand· 2025-02-26