He's tied for the lead with German Yannik Paul
Rory McIlroy has made a strong start to his first tournament of the new year.
He's 7 under par through 14 holes of his opening round at the Dubai Invitational.
McIlroy is tied for the lead with German Yannik Paul.
Tom McKibbin is 1 over par for his round through 12 holes of it.
On the PGA Tour, Seamus Power is in the field for the Sony Open in Hawaii.

Donadea's Will Connors To Start For Leinster In Saturday's Clash Against Connacht
Liam Rosenior Named Leading Contender To Become Chelsea's New Head Coach
Friday Morning Sports Update
This Weekend's Live Sport on Kfm
Former Kildare Player Ronan Sweeney Appointed Portarlington Manager
World Cup doubt over Josh Cullen after ACL injury
New Years Eve Sports Update
Ulster Back-Rower Juarno Augustus Out For A Number Of Weeks Due To An Ankle Injury