Rory McIlroy, the young prodigy from Northern Ireland, only 27 years old, joins Tiger Woods who has already confirmed his presence in Antalya / Belek for his second tournament after having recovered from his injury, in order to participate for the third time in his career in this competition which marks the beginning of hostilities towards the final series of the now emblematic Race to Dubai.

Rory McIlroy During the US Open 2011 - Photo: © F.FROGER / 3Ds

Rory McIlroy At the 2011 US Open - Photo: © F.FROGER / 3Ds

After winning the Tour Championship and leading the FedEx Cup PGA Tour Standings, Rory McIlroy travels to Turkey to try to do as well as Henrik Stenson and become the second player in history to win the same year. FexEx Cup and the Race to Dubai of the European Tour.

This is a new card, and above all a major asset, in what promises to be a grandiose week at the Regnum Carya Golf & Spa Resort in Antalya / Belek, one of the most prestigious destinations in the world of golf .

Former world number 1, Rory McIlroy, explains: “I really enjoyed my previous stays in Turkey and I can't wait to return. I was hoping for more from my first appearance in 2012, but I did better last year, sharing 6th place. "

"My goals are more ambitious this year, since the Turkish Airlines Open in Antalya / Belek will once again play an important role in deciding the final result of the Race to Dubai. "

“So it's a major start to the culmination of the season. The Turkish Airlines Open Antalya / Belek has already established itself as a key week on the calendar, and I know that all the players are impatient to find their way. "

İlker Aycı, chairman of the board of directors and executive committee of Turkish Airlines, is no less enthusiastic: “After confirming the presence of Tiger Woods, we are delighted to welcome Rory McIlroy for the third time at the Turkish Airlines Open in Antalya / Belek. He is truly one of the major figures of this sport and his presence here will add to the enthusiasm of the fans, but also of the players. It should be the toughest tournament we have known so far and we are all looking forward to the ups and downs of this event. "

The Turkish Golf Federation does not hide its pleasure to see Rory McIlroy join this dream cast.

Its president, Mr. Ahmet Ağaoğlu, explained: “Our announcement of Tiger Woods' participation spread like wildfire and Rory's confirmation on the course crowns it all while adding a new dimension to this tournament. "

"The three previous Opens have been absolutely incredible, but we are convinced that the upcoming tournament will be of an even higher level, and see the best European player, FedEx Cup winner, compete in what will certainly be a fabulous mano à mano with an icon like Tiger Woods, only reinforces our conviction. I advise everyone not to miss the start of the tournament under any circumstances. "

The Turkish Airlines Open takes place from November 3 to 6 in Antalya / Belek, with 78 players who will compete around a total endowment of $ 7 million.

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