Rory McIlroy Avoids Penalty Stroke By Seconds at UAE Event
Summary
Rory McIlroy almost received a penalty at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship when his ball went missing. Officials found his ball just before the deadline, allowing him to continue without penalty. McIlroy ended the day with a score of 4-under-par 68.Key Facts
- Rory McIlroy participated in the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship.
- McIlroy's first shot got lost in dense grass, starting a tense search.
- According to Rule 18.2a, players have three minutes to find a lost ball to avoid a penalty.
- McIlroy's ball was found seconds before the penalty time expired.
- He completed the hole without penalty and scored a par.
- McIlroy used a new, unreleased driver in the tournament.
- He finished the day with a 4-under-par 68, trailing a few strokes behind leaders.
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