A Birkenhead-born golfer held off a star-studded field to claim his second career win at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship – breaking a winless run which lasted six years.

Paul Waring set a course record last weekend after he shot a second round 11 under par.

He managed to hold off the likes of Tyrell Hatton, Tommy Fleetwood and four-time major winner Rory Mcllroy.

The 39-year-old, who lives in Bromborough, previously won back in 2018 when he claimed the Nordea Masters after defeating South African Thomas Aiken in a up and down playoff hole.

Bromborough Golf Club is Waring’s home golf club, based on the Wirral.

Bromborough’s PGA Professional Geoff Berry told Mersey Sport Live: “I am over the moon for Paul, he is not only a fantastic golfer, but he is also one of the most down to earth individuals.

“It is huge for us (Bromborough Golf Club). Paul used to spend hours here day in and day out, this is where he mastered his craft. I don’t know when he will be coming back and visiting us as the DP World Tour schedule is pretty busy.

“That approach shot into the 14th green I believe set the tone for the rest of the tournament, it is one of the best approach shots I have ever seen. The hours Paul has put in hitting these sorts of shots at the range have all been worth it.

“Hopefully this gets some of the youngsters in our area wanting to get into golf and give it a go, it’s clear to see where it can be taken if you have the talent and determination. We want to find our next Paul Waring and help start up their career.”

The victory has lifted the Englishmen up to fifth in the Race to Dubai Rankings.

After setting the course record in the second round and shooting the lowest of his career, Waring lost a five shot lead after a sloppy third round 73.

Back in 2008, he took part in The Open Championships and played the final round alongside six-time major winner Phil Mickelson. Waring managed to achieve his best result in a major championship after he finished T19th at Royal Birkdale Golf Club located in Merseyside.

Waring had a very successful career as an amateur and he was victorious in the 2005 English Amateur Championship.

He also qualified for what was the European Tour on his first attempt at Qualifying School back in 2007.

The two-time DP World Tour title winner has faced a fair amount of his career on the sidelines. He has been out injured for almost three years in total because of two serious injuries, a wrist injury in 2011 and a shoulder problem in 2015.

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