Rory McIlroy is determined to win his first Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, despite facing challenges such as a triple bogey on the 17th hole during his second round, which left him nine shots behind the leader. Currently tied for 14th place, McIlroy remains optimistic due to past comebacks, notably his victory at the Dubai Desert Classic where he overcame a ten-shot deficit. He has been working on improving his golf swing in a studio, focusing on efficiency and robustness under pressure. His performance so far includes shooting a five-under-par 67 twice, marking a consistent effort despite setbacks. McIlroy is also eyeing a sixth Race to Dubai title, which requires a top-two finish at Yas Links, as he keeps close tabs on his nearest competitors in the standings.