At the time of writing Rory Mc Ilroy is 3 clear on 9 under following a 63 in his first round at the Dubai Dessert classic.

Tiger Woods is 4 under after a 68.

Michael Hoey is 2 under after a round of 70 while Gareth Maybin is 1 under after a 71.

McIlroy and Woods played together today and afterwards both men spoke to Sky Sports.