Rory McIlroy enjoys 'decent' start at Dubai Desert Classic

“I thought I did well considering the start and some of the shots I hit throughout the round,” McIlroy said afterwards.

Defending champion Rory McIlroy was satisfied with his opening round in the Omega Dubai Desert Classic after recovering from a poor start thanks to some characteristic flashes of brilliance.

Starting on the back nine at Emirates Golf Club, McIlroy had to hole from 15 feet for bogey on the 10th after finding a greenside bunker with his approach and watching his recovery attempt roll off the green and back to his feet.