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Tommy Fleetwood Triumphs Over McIlroy in Dubai Invitational Nail-Biter

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Find out how Tommy Fleetwood clinched victory over Rory McIlroy with a high-pressure birdie on the 18th hole at the Dubai Invitational!

Tommy Fleetwood emerged victorious in a thrilling showdown at the Dubai Invitational, securing a dramatic win over Rory McIlroy with a high-pressure birdie on the 18th hole. McIlroy, who had taken the lead heading into the final hole, saw his chances slip away after a costly drive into the water, allowing Fleetwood to snatch the title at 19-under. The back-and-forth battle between the two golf stars captivated fans, with Fleetwood's strong finish proving decisive in the end.

The nail-biting victory at the Dubai Invitational marked a significant moment for Fleetwood, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure and come out on top in a tough competition. McIlroy's near miss served as a reminder of the fine margins in professional golf and the importance of maintaining focus until the very last shot. As Fleetwood celebrated his well-deserved win, the golfing world eagerly anticipated their next showdown, fueling the excitement for future events.

In a surprising turn of events, Fleetwood capitalized on McIlroy's error on the 18th to claim the Dubai Invitational by a narrow margin. The intense battle between the two players highlighted the unpredictable nature of the sport, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the final putt dropped. As the dust settled on the thrilling tournament, Fleetwood's triumph stood out as a testament to his skill and determination, cementing his status as a formidable competitor in the world of golf.

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Tommy Fleetwood took victory on the 18th hole at the Dubai Invitational (Sky Sports)

A high-pressure birdie on the 18th saw Tommy Fleetwood finish 19-under and snatch victory in the Dubai Invitational. McIlroy headed into the final hole with a one-shot lead after five birdies across the back nine saw the momentum swing in his favour.

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Dubai Invitational: Tommy Fleetwood beats Rory McIlroy with birdie ... (The Irish Times)

McIlroy has five birdies on the back nine but a costly drive into the water at the last surrenders lead.

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McIlroy grabs defeat from the jaws of victory in Dubai (RTE.ie)

Rory McIlroy let victory in the Dubai Invitational slip through his fingers after a dramatic final round in the United Arab Emirates.

Fleetwood pips McIlroy at the death to win Dubai Invitational - Irish ... (Irish Golfer)

Rory McIlroy saw his chance to win his first event of the year for the first time in his career end in a watery grave as Tommy Fleetwood stole in with a ...

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Fleetwood capitalizes on McIlroy's error on the 18th to win Dubai ... (Yahoo Sports)

Tommy Fleetwood benefitted from two huge errors on the back nine from Rory McIlroy and produced his own strong finish to win the Dubai Invitational ...

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Rory McIlroy hits water on final hole to miss out on Dubai Invitational ... (Independent.ie)

Ireland's Rory McIlroy was left ruing an error on the last after losing the Dubai Invitational by a shot to Tommy Fleetwood.

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Poor tee shot on final hole costs Rory McIlroy the Dubai Invitational ... (Belfast Telegraph)

England's Tommy Fleetwood won the Dubai Invitational title in the United Arab Emirates after a thrilling final round battle with Northern Ireland's Rory ...

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Dubai Invitational: Tommy Fleetwood pips Rory McIlroy on final hole ... (Sky Sports)

Tommy Fleetwood found birdies on the 17th and 18th to snatch the lead back from Rory McIlroy and take victory at the Dubai Invitational; McIlroy took the ...

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Rory McIlroy insists on positives as 'sloppy mistakes' cost him Dubai ... (Independent.ie)

Rory McIlroy insisted on looking at the positives after cancelling out some sensational play with a series of "sloppy mistakes" to lose the Dubai ...

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Rory McIlroy narrowly loses out to Tommy Fleetwood at Dubai ... (The42)

McIlroy was on the brink of victory heading to the final hole after edging one shot ahead of Thriston Lawrence and Fleetwood to go 19-under. But the world ...

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Fleetwood capitalizes on McIlroy's error on the 18th to win Dubai ... (WDIV ClickOnDetroit)

Tommy Fleetwood has birdied the 18th to win the Dubai Invitational by one stroke from Rory McIlroy, who made bogey at the last after driving into the water.

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Fleetwood Wins Dubai Invitational After McIlroy Finds Water On Last (Golf Monthly)

Join Golf Monthly for live updates from the final day as two of Team Europe's Ryder Cup stars battle it out for the inaugural Dubai Invitational trophy.

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Golf: Fleetwood ahead, but Lombard and Lawrence still in contention (RNews)

South Africa's Zander Lombard and Thriston Lawrence both shot 67 in the third round of the Dubai Invitational on Saturday to maintain their hold on the ...

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Tommy Fleetwood claims dramatic victory at Dubai Invitational ... (Westmeath Independent)

The Englishman entered the final round in the United Arab Emirates with a one-shot lead but found himself one behind McIlroy stood on the 18th tee before the ...

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Fleetwood fights off McIlroy to win Dubai Invitational (Reuters)

Tommy Fleetwood came out on top during a dramatic fourth round to win the Dubai Invitational by one shot on Sunday after Rory McIlroy bogeyed his final ...

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Rory McIlroy rues mistakes after Fleetwood wins Dubai Invitational (The Guardian)

Rory McIlroy rued mistakes after missed out on starting the season with a victory with Tommy Fleetwood edging to a win at the Dubai Invitational.

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Tommy Fleetwood claims dramatic victory at Dubai Invitational ... (Offaly Independent)

The Englishman entered the final round in the United Arab Emirates with a one-shot lead but found himself one behind McIlroy stood on the 18th tee before the ...

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Tommy Fleetwood wins Dubai Invitational in dramatic finish - PGA ... (pgatour.com)

Tommy Fleetwood produced a stunning birdie-birdie finish to hold off the challenge of Rory McIlroy and Thriston Lawrence and win the Dubai Invitational.

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Winner's Bag: Tommy Fleetwood – Dubai Invitational (Golf Australia Magazine)

Tommy Fleetwood cashed in on some Rory McIlroy errors to claim the opening event of 2024 on the DP World Tour. Here's what the Dubai Invitational champion ...

Tommy Fleetwood wins Dubai Invitational in dramatic finish - Articles ... (European Tour)

The Englishman entered the final day at Dubai Creek Resort with a one-shot lead and with McIlroy his nearest challenger, a mouthwatering head-to-head was in ...

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