Tiger Woods has confirmed he will play in the European Tour's Omega Dubai Desert Classic in February.
American will bid for third title in the desert
Tiger Woods has confirmed he will play in the European Tour's Omega Dubai Desert Classic in February.
The world number one won the event in 2006 and 2008 and has finished no worse than fifth in his five starts to date.
Woods was due to defend the title in 2009, but reconstructive knee surgery the previous June forced him to withdraw.
"The level of competition has always been extremely high, so I know I'll have to play my best golf if I'm going to regain my title," said the American.
"It's a great venue, the course is always in immaculate condition and the weather reminds me of back home in Florida.
"In the time I have been coming over the skyline keeps changing, keeps evolving and the people keep coming here and thoroughly enjoy it.
"From the time I first came to play here in 2001, I wanted to be a part of this amazing vision."
Mohamed Juma Buamaim, vice-chairman and chief executive officer of golf in Dubai, added: "We are naturally delighted and proud that Tiger Woods has agreed to join us for the 2011 Omega Dubai Desert Classic.
"Having the world's greatest golfer play in your event is something many tournament organisers dream of, so for us to be able to welcome him for the sixth time is a major boost for golf in the Middle East, especially Dubai."
