McIlroy Surges into Contention at Dubai Desert Classic

Two Shots Behind Leader Cameron Young, McIlroy Eyes Fourth Tournament Win

Rory McIlroy surges into contention at the Dubai Desert Classic with a 9-under 63, finishing with an eagle on the final hole, leaving him two shots behind leader Cameron Young.
Young, despite dropping three shots in two holes, made three birdies on the back nine for a 71 to stay two shots ahead of McIlroy and Adrian Meronk.
McIlroy and Young will comprise the final pairing on Sunday in Dubai.
McIlroy's performance puts him in position to win the Hero Dubai Desert Classic for a fourth time.
China's Li Haotong and Dane Rasmus Hojgaard are both five shots adrift of the leader.