Danny Lee moves up world rankings

Danny Lee hits from the first tee during a rain shower at the Tournament of Champions golf pro-am. photo / AP

Danny Lee has climbed to 43rd in the latest world golf rankings.

The Kiwi has moved up an extra two places after finishing in a tie for 33rd at the latest PGA Tour event in Hawaii.

Lee is currently ranked 24th in the Olympic Games standings, and as it stands 40th-ranked Ryan Fox would be able to join him at Rio later in the year.