Sport

McIlroy lands award

12 April 2012

Rory McIlroy's spectacular climb into the world's top 20 has been recognised with the Northern Irishman being named the first winner of The Race to Dubai European Tour Golfer of the Month award.

The 19-year-old was the unanimous choice of the panel after grabbing a one-stroke victory at the Dubai Desert Classic - his first Tour success.

McIlroy, who is currently second behind Spain's Sergio Garcia on the money list, said: "It was a huge thrill to win my first European Tour title against such a high-quality field, and in the place where The Race to Dubai will be decided in 10 months' time."

He added: "Obviously, I'd love to be back at the end of the season competing for the Dubai World Championship and the number one spot. The win has given me a lot of confidence and I'll be looking to use that to continue to improve for the rest of the year."

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