McIlroy and Hatton Lead DP World Tour Championship

Rory McIlroy strengthens his bid for a sixth Race to Dubai title with a strong opening round in Dubai.

Rory McIlroy and Tyrrell Hatton both shot 5-under 67 to share the lead after the first round at the DP World Tour Championship.
McIlroy holds a significant advantage in the Race to Dubai standings, needing only a top-10 finish to secure his sixth title.
Thriston Lawrence, the only player who can overtake McIlroy, trails by six strokes after an opening round of 73.
McIlroy's performance included six birdies, highlighted by a 50-foot putt on the par-3 17th hole.
The Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates is playing tougher this year, with thick rough challenging players' accuracy.