New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- The DP World India Championship witnessed the presence of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, who met Northern Ireland's golf superstar Rory McIlroy on Friday.

The championship has brought together some of the world's top golfers, including Rory McIlroy, Brian Harman, Shane Lowry, and Tommy Fleetwood, all competing on Indian soil in what is being seen as a landmark event for golf in the country.

McIlroy, reflecting on his performance, admitted it was a battle to stay in contention.

"I clawed my way back and made some birdies coming in. It was nice to do that and at least give myself a chance going into the weekend," he said.

On being asked if he planned to be more aggressive in the coming rounds, McIlroy replied, "N...