Rory McIlroy In Contention at Dubai Championship

Rory McIlroy is one shot behind Antoine Rozner at the halfway stage of the DP World Tour Championship after a second-round score of 69, bringing his total to eight under par. McIlroy started strong with four birdies in his first seven holes but struggled with two bogeys that affected his momentum. Despite the setbacks, he finished positively with a birdie on the last hole, expressing confidence in his ability to compete for the tournament win. Shane Lowry is also in contention, tied for fifth at six under par after carding a 67. McIlroy is on track to secure the Race to Dubai title, needing only to avoid a poor finish to maintain his lead against Thriston Lawrence, who is significantly trailing. Rozner's impressive bogey-free 65 has positioned him as the leader, aiming for his fourth DP World title.