Rory McIlroy has ’spring back in my step’ after positive return to action

Rory McIlroy will pursue a first win since September 2016 with a "spring in his step" after exceeding expectations on his return to action.

McIlroy has an excellent recent record in the Omega Dubai Desert Classic, winning the tournament twice and compiling five other top-10 finishes in his last seven starts, but missed last year’s event with the rib injury which disrupted his entire season.