Rory McIlroy's Unfinished Business at Abu Dhabi
Rory McIlroy has shown incredible consistency in Abu Dhabi, yet there is one key achievement that has eluded him throughout his career.
Career Highlights and Goals
After an outstanding year beyond his own expectations, the five-time Major champion still has some goals left to pursue. One major target is securing a seventh Race to Dubai title, bringing him closer to Colin Montgomerie's record for most wins.
Challenges at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship
Despite competing in the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship 11 times, McIlroy has never claimed victory. Instead, he finished second four times and placed third, either solo or shared, on five occasions.
"The former World No.1 lost out by a single stroke in 2012, 2014 and 2015 as Robert Rock, Pablo Larrazabal and Gary Stal each took the spoils."
One of the most surprising results was in 2015, when Gary Stal came from eight strokes behind 54-hole leader Martin Kaymer to win, stunning many top players at Abu Dhabi Golf Club.
Summary
McIlroy is eager to finally capture the Abu Dhabi title and close the gap on his impressive Race to Dubai record.
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Author’s Summary
Rory McIlroy aims to complete his remarkable Abu Dhabi record by winning the title that has so far narrowly escaped him despite numerous close finishes.