Hatton Seizes Control As McIlroy’s Record Bid Stalls

Tyrrell Hatton has seized the lead at the DP World Tour Championship, while Rory McIlroy suffered a setback in his bid to claim a historic eighth DP World Tour title, which would tie Colin Montgomerie's record for the most Race to Dubai victories. McIlroy's stumble has put his record-tying run in serious doubt. The event is taking place in Abu Dhabi, with the report published on November 15, 2026.