European Ryder Cup hopeful Paul Casey held off Brandon Stone by four shots to win his 15th European Tour title at the Dubai Desert Classic.
Englishman Tyrell Hatton claimed is fourth Rolex Series title with a superb finish round in Abu Dhabi.
Tyrrell Hatton and Tommy Fleetwood are the main obstacles standing in the way of a first Rolex Series win for Rory McIlroy.
A first Rolex Series victory is in Rory McIlroy's sights after he impressed in an extended third day of action in Abu Dhabi.
Rory McIlroy followed up a fine opening-round 64 with a difficult second day as Tyrrell Hatton seized control in Abu Dhabi.
A fine 64 sent Rory McIlroy to the summit of the leaderboard in Abu Dhabi, but not everyone finished their opening round on Thursday.
World number three Justin Thomas was picked up making an inappropriate comment by a television microphone.
Dustin Johnson won the Masters in front of a smattering of officials in 2020, but a number of Augusta patrons will watch the 2021 edition.
The PGA of America announced it had terminated its agreement to play the 2022 US PGA Championship at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster.
He will be 48 by the time of the next Ryder Cup, but Race to Dubai winner Lee Westwood wants to play on Team Europe for the 11th time.