Dubai Desert Classic to finish on Monday

KARIM SAHIB/ AFP

The Hero Dubai Desert Classic is headed for a Monday finish due to the weather delays.

Organisers confirmed that the Rolex Series event will remain a 72-hole contest.

The planned schedule at Emirates Golf Club is as follows:

  • Saturday 28: Round 2 concludes
  • Sunday 29: Round 3 scheduled
  • Monday 30: Round 4 scheduled

Ian Poulter and Richard Bland hold a share of the lead after day two.

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