Rory McIlroy Returns with New Swing at Abu Dhabi Championship

McIlroy's 5-under 67 debut leaves him five shots behind leader Tommy Fleetwood.

Rory McIlroy described his new swing as 'unimaginative' after his first competitive round since a month-long break.
McIlroy shot a 5-under 67, placing him tied for 18th and five shots behind leader Tommy Fleetwood.
Fleetwood leads the Abu Dhabi Championship with a bogey-free round of 10-under 62, featuring eight birdies and an eagle.
McIlroy's performance included six birdies and one bogey at the par-3 17th, where he pushed his tee shot right.
A win in Abu Dhabi could secure McIlroy his sixth Race to Dubai title ahead of the final European tour event in Dubai.