McIlroy hits six birdies in round three of Dubai Desert Classic

Saturday, 6 February 2016 17:11

Reigning Omega Dubai Desert Classic champion Rory McIlroy currently sits on eight under going into the final round of the tournament. The Northern Irishman managed a round three four-under 68, capping off the opening nine holes with a double bogey before turning things around on the back nine with six birdies. Danny Willett is in the lead on 16 under, ahead of Rafa Cabrera-Bello on 15 under and Andy Sullivan on 14 under. Live coverage of the tournament from Emirates Golf Club will continue on Dubai Eye 103.8.

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