Rory McIlroy floats 'Champions League' golf format

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European soccer's top-tier title competition serves as a model for Rory McIlroy's "Champions League" idea pitched for the future of golf.

McIlroy, in Dubai to defend his Dubai Desert Classic title, talked about a world tour with the best players challenged by the best from other tours.

"The way I view it is a bit like Champions League in football," the four-time major champ said. "