DieBruderschaft.com

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- Rory McIlroy is resigned to losing his Race to Dubai crown, but his motivation this week is to successfully defend his DP World Tour Championship title and move one step closer to regaining the world No. 1 ranking.McIlroy could have replaced Jason Day atop the rankings by winning the European Tours season-ending tournament, but Russell Knoxs decision to withdraw last week reduced the strength of the field and lowered the number of points available.If Knox, ranked No. 18, had remained in the field, the winner of the tournament would have gained 54 points -- enough for McIlroy to surpass Day. Instead, the winner will earn just 52 points, leaving McIlroy short even with a victory.His chances of contending this weekend seem high. McIlroy, the defending champion and also the 2012 winner at Jumeirah Golf Estates, has finished outside the top 10 only once in seven appearances, tying for 11th in 2011.Its always good to be back here, he said. I have great memories from this place, feel like my game is in pretty good shape. Ive played this golf course pretty well in the past, and hopefully, I can play it just as well, if not better, this week. (It) would be a good way to finish the year on a high and get a victory and lift the trophy and hopefully make the turkey taste a bit better at Christmas.McIlroy acknowledged that he can finish the season atop the European Tour rankings, but knows its unlikely. He must win and needs Henrik Stenson, Danny Willett and Alex Noren, each above him in the Race to Dubai standings, to struggle.I can win mathematically, but its not going to happen, McIlroy said. I wouldnt hold my breath. I think the three guys that are ahead of me are playing very good golf, especially the two Swedes, Henrik and Alex.Alex, with what hes done over the past few weeks; Henrik has had a fantastic year, and so has Danny, obviously, so I dont expect those guys to play badly this week. Im just concentrating on trying to win the golf tournament, and if I can do that, Ill be very happy.McIlroy pulled out of the Turkish Airlines Open, citing security concerns, shortly before the event began earlier this month. That decision virtually ruled him out of the Race to Dubai as well.However, McIlroy, from Northern Ireland, said he has no regrets.Im very happy with my decision, he said. Ive been here for the last couple of weeks. Ive done a bit of practice, enjoyed myself. So, no, no regrets at all.Id rather have gone to Turkey wanting to go there and winning the golf tournament, rather than going there not wanting to and finishing tied 40th. What good does that do to the tournament?Although the next European Tour season begins in December, and the next U.S. PGA Tour season is already underway, McIlroy confirmed the DP World Championship will be his last event of the year. He last played in a December event in 2013. Milner Jersey Liverpool . The injury bothered Bledsoe in the Suns victory over the Clippers on Monday and he sat out the teams home loss to Memphis on Thursday night. Xherdan Shaqiri t Shirt . -- New England Revolution goalkeeper Matt Reis is retiring after a 16-year career to become the goalie coach for the Los Angeles Galaxy. http://www.liverpoolshoponlineuk.com/firmino-liverpool-shirt.html . Tests earlier this week revealed a Grade 2 left hamstring strain for Sabathia, who was hurt in last Fridays start against San Francisco. Its an injury that will require about eight weeks to heal. He finished a disappointing campaign just 14-13 with a career-worst 4. James Milner Jersey Long Sleeve .ca. Hey Kerry, big fan of yours, just finished reading your book. I think that we all saw the Canucks/Flames line brawl just after puck drop. It was obvious that something was about to happen, even to the referees because the fourth lines were on to start. Trent Alexander-Arnold Jersey Long Sleeve . 8 Iowa State on Saturday, sending the Cyclones to their third consecutive loss. The Longhorns (14-4, 3-2) got their biggest win of the season with their third in the row in the Big 12. Ferraris Formula One head of race activities Jock Clear says the Italian team must work hard to cover the gaps following the departure of James Allison.It was confirmed earlier this week that Allison would be leaving his role as technical director at Ferrari, with former engine boss Mattia Binotto taking over duties as chief technical officer. Clear believes that Allisons exit from the Marenello-based outfit will not go unnoticed.In the immediate aftermath, you are not going to find losing someone like James Allison, a man of his calibre, is going to go unnoticed in the team, Clear said. The team is going to have to work hard to cover the gaps - Mattia will need help and we have to pull together.During Thursdays drivers press conference Sebastian Vettel said he feels confident that Ferrari is heading in the right direction despite Allison leaving, but Clear is under no illusions that moving forward without Allisons iinfluence will present a challenge.dddddddddddd.There is no suggestion he [Mattia] can step into the role James was doing and cover the background, but Ferrari is committed to pulling together in the areas where James was strong. Thats the challenge for all of us, and he will be missed.Clear also revealed that the death of Allisons wife earlier this year had a big emotional effect on everyone at Ferrari.Ive not seen Ferrari in the most enjoyable light with that hanging over us. But the team is a very motivated team, a very passionate team, and there is a will to win.That passion can be an Achilles heel that holds us back. But that passion is what will get us over the finishing line, will drive people. Thats the biggest factor for me - that passion running through the company is fantastic. ' ' '