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McIlroy 'very pleased' with opening 69 in tricky Dubai conditions

Rory McIlroy shot 3-under 69 to sit two off the lead after Round 1 of the DP World Tour Championship. He spoke about his performance and his drive to win an eighth Race to Dubai title.

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