Rory McIlroy takes Dubai lead with third round 65

The Northern Irishman is three shots clear. 

Rory McIlroy tees off on the 8th hole during the third round of the Dubai Desert Classic. Picture: AP Photo/Kamran Jebreili)

Rory McIlroy stormed to the top of the leaderboard at the Dubai Desert Classic thanks to a third round of 65. 

The Northern Irishman is three shots in front ahead of the final round on Monday.