Summary
Rory McIlroy is playing in the Dubai Invitational, where he is three shots behind the leader, Nacho Elvira, going into the final round. McIlroy scored a 68 in the third round and is in fifth place, while Elvira leads the tournament, aiming for his third DP World Tour win.
Key Facts
- Rory McIlroy is in fifth place at the Dubai Invitational with a score of five under par.
- Nacho Elvira leads by three shots and is aiming for his third DP World Tour victory.
- McIlroy scored four birdies and a bogey in the third round, posting a 68.
- Shane Lowry, Marcus Armitage, and Dylan Fritelli are tied for second place.
- McIlroy is using the tournament as practice for next week's Dubai Desert Classic.
- McIlroy described his second round as erratic, hitting four shots into the water.
- The tournament is being played at Dubai Creek Resort.
