Rory McIlroy Can Finally Add The Missing Piece To His Extraordinary Abu Dhabi Record This Week

Rory McIlroy's Pursuit of Abu Dhabi Victory

Rory McIlroy has delivered remarkably consistent performances in Abu Dhabi, yet one notable achievement has eluded him throughout his career.

Career Highlights and Current Goals

After a year exceeding even his own expectations, the five-time Major champion aims to secure a seventh Race To Dubai title. Achieving this would bring him within one championship of Colin Montgomerie's all-time record. However, McIlroy is most focused on conquering a title that has slipped away from him repeatedly: the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship.

Abu Dhabi Championship Record

Despite 11 appearances at the event, the Northern Irish star has never won it. His best results include four runner-up finishes and five third-place results, sometimes shared.

Gary Stal's 2015 win was especially surprising as he carved back an eight-stroke deficit after 54 holes to defeat a strong field of Ryder Cup competitors.

"The Frenchman roared from eight strokes behind 54-hole leader Martin Kaymer to stun a cluster of current or future Ryder Cup stars at Abu Dhabi Golf Club."

McIlroy remains determined to finally claim the Abu Dhabi title and add the missing piece to his extraordinary record there.

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Author's summary: Rory McIlroy seeks to overcome his long-standing near misses to win the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, aiming to complete his outstanding career achievements with this elusive title.

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Golf Monthly Golf Monthly — 2025-11-04

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