Golf star Rory McIlroy has confirmed that he will defend his title at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, which takes place at the historic Emirates Golf Club in Dubai, UAE, from 16-19 January 2025. The Northern Irishman will headline a world-class list of competitors at the prestigious Rolex Series event on the DP World Tour’s 2025 Race to Dubai schedule, which offers a $9 million prize pool.
The Hero Dubai Desert Classic is the oldest golf competition in the Middle East and the 2025 event will be the 36th edition of the tournament. Established in 1989, the Desert Classic is a key fixture on the DP World Tour and a part of the esteemed Rolex Series, instrumental in introducing golf to the Middle East and producing some of the sport’s most memorable moments.
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