After ending his unforgettable season with a well-deserved celebration at Ireland’s UNESCO heritage site , Giant’s Causeway, Rory McIlroy wasted no time in scheduling his next chapter.

The world No. 2 and reigning Masters champion is set to kick off his 2026 season with an expected return to Dubai, teeing up at the second edition of the Dubai Invitational.

This move feels like a natural continuation, especially considering how he approached the ongoing season.

This year, McIlroy skipped the signature season opener, The Sentry, in Hawaii and instead began his season at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, where he finished in the top four.

“I’m excited to be starting my year in Dubai,” McIlroy told the DP World Tour . “The UAE is a place where I’ve enjoyed a lot of great weeks, and I’m su

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