McGrane eager for Tiger tussle

Ireland's Damien McGrane insists he is relishing the chance to pit his wits against 13-time major winner Tiger Woods in the third round of the Dubai Desert Classic as the Irishman chases a maiden European Tour title this weekend.

McGrane followed up his opening four-under-par 68 with a second-round 69 in testing conditions to earn his place in Saturday’s final group alongside the world number one.