Rory McIlroy will start the next season on the DP World Tour instead of the PGA Tour. The popular golfer announced his schedule, revealing that he will compete in the Dubai Invitational on the DP World Tour, which will be held from January 15 to 18. The famous golfer competed in this tournament two years ago, finishing second.
The Northern Irish golfer shared his excitement about the tournament on social media, emphasizing that he had many great moments in the UAE. Rory is confident that the host of this tournament will be just as well organized next year, aware of how important it is to start the season in a good way.
"Im excited to be starting my year in Dubai," said McIlroy, as quoted by Golf Magic.
"The UAE is a place where Ive enjoyed a lot of great weeks, and Im sure this will be no different.
Dubai Creek Resort was a fantastic host venue two years ago, and Abdulla and his team put on an incredible event.
I came very close to winning that week, so Im hoping 2026 will be another really good year for me - and to start strong in the Middle East would be the perfect way to get it under way."
DP World Tour 2026
The famous golfer will play his first official tournament of the 2026 DP World Tour season at the Australian Open, which starts at Royal Melbourne from December 4 to 7, 2025.
Rory has decided to focus on every part of the planet, wanting to compete in various tournaments.
Fans and the public, with high expectations of him, are aware that Rory McIlroy can do great things.
The 2025 season turned out to be a dream season, given the long-awaited Masters win and Ryder Cup win on away soil.
The 36-year-old wants to be a dominant figure again next season.
