Rory McIlroy's 5 under par after his second round at the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai.
The world number one finished with two birdies and an eagle.
Shane Lowry's 1 under par
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English pair Matt Fitzpatrick and Tyrell Hatton have a share of the lead on 12 under.
McIlroy's hoping his good finish can give him something to build on over the weekend