The past winners of the Omega Dubai Desert Classic include many of the game’s legends: Seve, Ernie, Tiger and Monty. But none are linked to Dubai in quite the same way as the defending champion this week, Rory McIlroy. In this video preview we hear from the World No.2 and also get the thoughts of Emirates Golf Club’s head professional, Stephen Deane

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