World No1 Rory McIlroy says he is focussed on putting in a performance of note at this weekend's DP World Tour Championship despite already being crowned the 2014 Race to Dubai champion.

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McIlroy was a clear winner of the European title, earning more than double of that accrued by second-placed Henrik Stenson, who was the defending champion heading into this season.

McIlroy is adamant that he will be as determined as ever to secure victory in Dubai despite wrapping up the award without striking a ball at Jumeirah Golf Estate. 

"It’s very special, the Race to Dubai title is something that is very important to the players. It’s one of your main objectives starting out every year," said McIlroy. "To be able to win without really having to do too much in Dubai this week is a bonus but I want to finish the season off well."

Listen to McIlroy's full interview ahead of this weekend's event below…

Speaking at a press conference ahead of Thursday's tee of, McIlory also said he was delighted to have Rickie Fowler on board for the Irish Open, of which he is an ambassador.

McIlroy explained that he hoped he and Fowler could help encourage the next generation of Irish golfers taking up the game.

Here's what the Ryder Cup winner had to say about Fowler's involvement…