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Rory McIlroy will purpose to create historical past and change into the primary four-time winner of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic when he returns to defend his title on the iconic Emirates Golf Club from January 18-21, 2024.
The reigning Race to Dubai Champion memorably matched Ernie Els’ document when he lifted the well-known Dallah trophy for a 3rd time earlier this season, edging out American Patrick Reed on a dramatic ultimate day over the Majlis Course.
The four-time Major winner went on so as to add a second Rolex Series title on the Genesis Scottish Open in July, and as soon as once more leads the Race to Dubai Rankings offered by Rolex as he goals to high the season-long rankings for a fifth time.
The 34-year-old additionally returns to Dubai on a wave of Ryder Cup glory, after Team Europe’s gorgeous 16 ½ – 11 ½ victory over the United States earlier this month.
McIlroy stated: “It meant loads to elevate the Dallah trophy for a 3rd time. I’ve loved numerous success on the Hero Dubai Desert Classic through the years, so including one other title was the right approach to begin the yr.
“I love coming to Dubai and the support we get from fans is always special. I look forward to getting back to Emirates Golf Club in January, and hopefully creating a bit of history.”
Simon Corkill, Executive Tournament Director of Hero Dubai Desert Classic, stated: “We are delighted to confirm Rory will return to defend his title and will be striving for a historic fourth win. Our Roll of Honour features an illustrious cast of golf’s most notable names, and I am sure we will have a worthy champion to join this star-studded list and lift the Dallah Trophy in January.”
The Hero Dubai Desert Classic shall be celebrating its thirty fifth Edition and its latest official certification as the primary and solely Geo-Certified occasion within the Middle East, and the primary within the DP World Tour’s Rolex Series.
This yr’s occasion combines world-class golf with an enormous array of family-friendly leisure. Spectators can look ahead to a greater diversity of choices off the course than ever earlier than with one thing for followers of all ages to take pleasure in throughout the event.
Fans can now profit from restricted early chook value hospitality packages for the Dallah Lounge or register totally free common admission tickets on-line.
