Rory McIlroy is one of the most successful golfers of all time. In 2025, although there were highs and lows in terms of performance, one thing that was never low was his bank account. This year, the golfing legend once again blew everyone off the charts in the earnings column.
Cameron Smith is suffering from a huge decline in form. It only felt like yesterday when he toppled Rory McIlroy for the 150th Open Championship. He’s now gone from being the second-best player in the world to potentially outside the top 300 in the rankings.
This article highlights the top three golfers to watch at the 2026 Hero Dubai Desert Classic, one of the DP World Tour’s premier Rolex Series events. It explores Tommy Fleetwood’s return to his adopted hometown after a career-defining season, Rory McIlroy’s pursuit of a historic fifth Dallah Trophy in the 20th anniversary of his tournament debut, and Tyrrell Hatton’s title defense following a standout year for Europe in the Ryder Cup.
Rory McIlroy is one of the most successful golfers of all time. In 2025, although there were highs and lows in terms of performance, one thing that was never low was his bank account. This year, the golfing legend once again blew everyone off the charts in the earnings column.
Cameron Smith is suffering from a huge decline in form. It only felt like yesterday when he toppled Rory McIlroy for the 150th Open Championship. He’s now gone from being the second-best player in the world to potentially outside the top 300 in the rankings.
This article highlights the top three golfers to watch at the 2026 Hero Dubai Desert Classic, one of the DP World Tour’s premier Rolex Series events. It explores Tommy Fleetwood’s return to his adopted hometown after a career-defining season, Rory McIlroy’s pursuit of a historic fifth Dallah Trophy in the 20th anniversary of his tournament debut, and Tyrrell Hatton’s title defense following a standout year for Europe in the Ryder Cup.
In the world of sports, generally, the players are the ones who are applauded for their performances. But a few minds are working off the field who often shape the teams.
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