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Reed leads by 4 shots at Dubai Desert Classic as McIlroy's title hopes fade in 3rd round
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Patrick Reed of the United States tees off at 2nd hole during the third round of the Dubai Desert Classic in United Arab Emirates, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026. - photo by AP Photo/Altaf Qadri
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Patrick Reed will take a four-stroke lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic after shooting 5-under 67 on Saturday, as Rory McIlroy's chances of a record-extending fifth title virtually disappeared. Reed, the former Masters champion who now plays on the LIV Golf circuit, tapped in at No. 18 for his seventh birdie of the third round at Emirates Golf Club to move onto 14-under 202 for the week.