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Daniel Hillier wins New Zealand Open, beats Lucas Herbert by two shots

New Zealander Daniel Hillier held off a late charge from Australian Lucas Herbert to win the New Zealand Open by two shots on Sunday.

Hillier posted a final round 67 under challenging winds to finish 22-under at Millbrook Resort. He became the first New Zealander since 2017 to claim the national title.

Lucas Herbert finished second at 20-under. The victory grants Herbert the automatic entry to The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in July.