The Northern Irishman failed to overtake Tyrrell Hatton who held the lead and deservedly celebrated at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic.

Tyrrell Hatton has been praised by Rory McIlroy for not caring what people think. The English golfer banked crucial Ryder Cup points after overcoming strong criticism to win the Dubai Desert Classic at the weekend.

Rory McIlroy, who was also part of this tournament, had only words of praise for the Englishman, stressing that his consistency is the most important thing. Rory, on the other hand, puts special emphasis on Hatton's statements, feeling that it is a great thing that Hatton does not care about the criticism and opinions of others.

Daniel Hillier birdied the final two holes to shoot 2-under 70 on Saturday and take a one-stroke lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic.

TYRELL HATTON was warned for smashing a tee box on his way to winning the Dubai Desert Classic. McIlroy praised Hatton for not “giving a flying fig what anyone else thinks” about his temper

He does not give a flying fig what anyone thinks of him, he has balls and is a massive asset for our Ryder Cup team.” So Rory McIlroy provided the perfect summation of Tyrrell Hatton as the Englishman with the hot head put on an ice-cool display to win the Dubai Desert Classic and move back into the world’s top 10.

Rory McIlroy and Tom McKibbin mounted final-round challenges but couldn't stop LIV Golf's Tyrrell Hatton from claiming his fifth Rolex Series win with a one-shot victory in the Hero Dubai Desert Classic.

Tyrrell Hatton posted an impressive final round to secure victory at the Dubai Desert Classic, while Rory McIlroy's late charge saw the County Down man finish in a tie for fourth place.

Daniel Hillier of New Zealand birdied the final two holes to shoot 2-under 70 on Saturday and take a one-stroke lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic.

Tyrrell Hatton is on the heels of Daniel Hillier after third round of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic; Rory McIlroy is not giving up but needs a special final round to get into contention; watch final round live on Sky Sports Golf from 7am,

Daniel Hillier birdied the final two holes to shoot 2-under 70 on Saturday and take a one-stroke lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic as the No. 223-ranked New Zealander goes for the biggest win of his career.