Rory McIlroy, Eugenio Chacarra, and Patrick Reed are among the leading contenders for the Race to Dubai title as the European Tour reaches its season-ending event at the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship. McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, was seen reacting on the seventh hole during the final round on Sunday, November 8, 2026, while Spain's Chacarra and American Reed both teed off in the opening round on Thursday, November 5.
The tournament in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, serves as the finale for the Race to Dubai, the European Tour's season-long points competition. The Associated Press reported on Monday, November 9, 2026, that the three players remain in contention for the overall crown.
