Rory McIlroy carded 11 birdies during the second round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship on Friday, November 6, 2026, but still finds himself one stroke behind the leading trio of Jon Rahm, Tyrrell Hatton, and Francesco Laporta.
The Northern Irishman's strong round moved him into contention at the Emirates Abu Dhabi Golf Championship, where Spain's Rahm, England's Hatton, and Italy's Laporta share the top spot after 36 holes.
McIlroy's birdie barrage highlighted a competitive second day at the European Tour event in the United Arab Emirates.
