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Rory McIlroy Cards 11 Birdies in Abu Dhabi, Shrugs Off Penalty

Rory McIlroy Cards 11 Birdies in Abu Dhabi, Shrugs Off Penalty
World Sports · 06:17:38 - Monday, 9 November 2026

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland made 11 birdies during the second round of the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship at Yas Links Golf Course on Friday, November 6, 2026. Despite a penalty earlier in the round, McIlroy said he did not dwell on it and focused on his game.

The performance moved him up the leaderboard in the tournament, which is part of the DP World Tour schedule.

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