Matt Fitzpatrick edges out Rory McIlroy in dramatic play-off to win in Dubai

Matt Fitzpatrick defied a dramatic late fightback from Rory McIlroy to clinch his third DP World Tour Championship win in Dubai.

McIlroy sunk an eagle on the final hole to force a play-off but came up short second time around to hand his Ryder Cup team-mate victory.

It marked a thrilling conclusion to a campaign which earned McIlroy his seventh Race to Dubai title, one behind record holder Colin Montgomerie.

Matt Fitzpatrick wins the 2025 DP World Tour Championship for a THIRD time