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Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed completed opening round 66s to take the early lead at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic;

Jon Rahm is tied-14th at the halfway stage as he chases a third consecutive PGA Tour victory; Sam Ryder holds

Play was delayed on Thursday morning after heavy overnight rain meant the course was unplayable. Patrick Reed is four under

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Golf continues to be split by the emergence of the breakaway LIV Golf series; Sir Nick Faldo says players who

England’s Aaron Rai shot an 8 under-64 in the first round as did Brent Grant and Sam Ryder; The Farmers

Rory McIlroy on reports of a dispute with Patrick Reed ahead of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, live on Sky

Jon Rahm has talked up Gareth Bale’s playing ability after nine holes of pro-am play with him; Bale makes his

Rory McIlroy won the Dubai Desert Classic in 2009 and 2015; World No 1 makes first appearance since the DP

Jon Rahm secured his fourth worldwide win in six starts as he held off rookie Davis Thompson in the final