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McIlroy Says No Risk Playing in Abu Dhabi Amid Middle East Tensions

McIlroy Says No Risk Playing in Abu Dhabi Amid Middle East Tensions
World Sports · 01:19:00 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

Rory McIlroy has said there is no risk in playing a golf tournament in Abu Dhabi despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The Northern Irish player, who is chasing another title, made the remarks on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. A file photo from September 13, 2026 shows McIlroy teeing off at the Irish Open in Doonbeg, Ireland.

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