Rory McIlroy, Dubai Desert Classic

‘Pretty scrappy’ start for defending champion Rory McIlroy in Dubai
Defending champion Rory McIlroy had to settle for a “scrappy” opening round of 70 in the Hero Dubai Desert Classic. Seeking a third straight win at Emirates Golf Club, McIlroy carded four birdies and two bogeys to lie five shots off the lead shared by American amateur David Ford,
Dubai Desert Classic: Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm upstaged by unlikely challengers on opening day
Given the field assembled for the Hero Dubai Desert Classic this week, it was always possible there would be players who break through the defences of the Majlis Course. The rough is malicious at Emirates Golf Club,
McIlroy makes ‘pretty scrappy’ return in Dubai... while an Aussie is on fire!
Northern Irishman McIlroy won the season-ending DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in November for his third successive Race to Dubai title. And making his first start in two months, the 35-year-old hit four birdies for two bogeys at Emirates Golf Club. “Yeah, pretty scrappy,” McIlroy said.
McIlroy Hits 'Scrappy' Two-under First Round On Dubai Return
Rory McIlroy got his 2025 season under way with a two-under-par 70 first round at the Dubai Desert Classic on Thursday.
How to watch Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm at the 2025 Hero Dubai Desert Classic
Rory McIlroy is making his 2025 debut in the desert. He will be joined by Jon Rahm, Akshay Bhatia, Tommy Fleetwood, Patrick Reed, Robert MacIntyre, Nicolai and Rasmus Hojgaard, Viktor Hovland, Tyrrell Hatton, Adam Scott and European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald.
This American amateur is tied for first-round lead in Dubai and beating Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm
David Ford was playing like one of the best amateurs in the world at the end of 2024. It's no surprise he starts 2025 on top of the leaderboard.
Dubai Desert Classic 2025 LIVE: Tee times, field, leaderboard and how to follow as McIlroy and Rahm headline Rolex Series event
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UNC senior David Ford upstages Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm to share lead in Dubai
A 22-year-old American amateur making his debut on the DP World Tour upstaged Rory McIlroy , Jon Rahm and many of the world’s ...
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Desert Classic is a celebration of Dubai's rise as a global golf destination, says Andrade
For those fortunate enough to call Emirates Golf Club home, the excitement is palpable - and for reigning Club Captain Joseph ...
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Who is leading the 2025 Hero Dubai Desert Classic after round 1? Leaderboard explored
The first round of the 2025 Hero Dubai Desert Classic was played at Emirates Golf Club on Thursday, January 16.
Rory McIlroy looking for third consecutive win in the Hero Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club
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U.S. amateur David Ford tied for lead at star-studded Dubai Desert Classic
David Ford, a 22-year-old American amateur making his debut on the European tour, upstaged Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and many of ...
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Peter Cowen Academy elevates golf training in Dubai with new facilities
Perfect your golf game with real-time data feedback and advanced technical insights. Peter Cowen Academy elevates golf ...
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Stellar field in Dubai as Fife golf stars return to DP World Tour
After a short break over the festive period, Fife golf stars Calum Hill and Connor Syme return to the DP World Tour for their ...