Viktor Hovland produces final-day charge to win Dubai Desert Classic, McIlroy takes third

Viktor Hovland produced a final-day charge to win the Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic in a play-off after Rory McIlroy blew his chances on the last hole.

The Norwegian world number five came from six shots back overnight to force a sudden-death decider before edging out Englishman Richard Bland on the first extra hole.

McIlroy had looked to have the tournament within his grasp, holding a share of the lead heading down the stretch with his closest rivals having all finished.

Viktor Hovland wins the @SlyncDDC!