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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Phil Casey

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Rory mcilroy starts new campaign with flawless opening 62 at dubai invitational | History Defined

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Rory McIlroy exceeded his expectations as he started his 2024 season with a flawless opening 62 in the inaugural Dubai Invitational.

Competing for the first time since finishing a distant 22nd in the DP World Tour Championship, McIlroy looked anything but rusty as he recorded nine birdies at Dubai Creek Resort to open up a two-shot lead over Germany’s Yannik Paul.

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