Rory McIlroy has a difficult first day in Abu Dhabi following round of three - over - par . World No.1 used his Nike clubs for first time since signing bumper sponsorship deal . Rory McIlroy says he is desperate to get back on track in Abu Dhabi after a disappointing first round of the new season . Tiger Woods finishes level for the day after carding a 65 . Justin Rose and Jamie Cope lead the field on two - under after first round .
Rory McIlroy has a difficult first day in Abu Dhabi following round of three - over - par . World No.1 used his Nike clubs for first time since signing bumper sponsorship deal . Tiger Woods finishes level for the day after carding a 65 . Justin Rose and Jamie Cope lead the field on two - under after first round .