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Lowry, McIlroy Lead Star-Studded Dubai Desert Classic Field

12/12/2025

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Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy will compete at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, a $9 million event at the Emirates Golf Club in Dubai, January 22-25, 2026.
The field will also feature Tommy Fleetwood and Dustin Johnson.
Shane Lowry has participated in the tournament multiple times without a win.
They recently competed together at the Ryder Cup, where they posted mixed results.

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Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy will compete at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, a $9 million event at the Emirates Golf Club in Dubai, January 22-25, 2026.
The field will also feature Tommy Fleetwood and Dustin Johnson.
Shane Lowry has participated in the tournament multiple times without a win.
They recently competed together at the Ryder Cup, where they posted mixed results.