Aussie star joins rare air, nets $2.8m major
With the biggest prize purse in women’s history up for grabs in Texas, an Australian star stepped up and entered rarefied air in Australian sport.
Golf
Record prizemoney for Rory’s trip to Australia
As superstar Minjee Lee pocketed a mammoth $2.8, for her second major, Australian golf officials confirmed big prizemoney bumps for their own marquee events.
Magic Minjee: Aussie ace wins PGA to clinch third major
Australian star Minjee Lee moved another step closer to golfing greatness by winning a third major trophy at the women’s PGA Championship in Texas.
Minjee Lee in box seat for third major after blitzing field
Minjee Lee has blitzed the field to open up a commanding four-stroke lead heading into the final round of the women’s PGA Championship.
Minjee Lee eyes off third major title
Minjee Lee has third major title in her sights with a remarkable comeback late in round two leaving her tied in second at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championships.
‘So hot’: Aussie star thrives in major heat
A record purse in excess of $3m is on offer for the player who can survive not only a tough layout but intense heat in Texas at the PGA Championship.
Rory reveals why he’s coming to Australia
As questions are being asked whether Rory McIlroy will ever be the same after his Masters win, the world No.2 says a trip to Australia could get him going again.
Extended break a blessing for Aussie star
Now playing golf because she wants to rather than to please others, an Australian is full of belief ahead of her return to the majors this week in Texas.
Scott melts down on back nine as unheralded star makes history
A wild final round at the US Open reached its climax as JJ Spaun sunk a clutch putt to claim his first ever major, with Adam Scott’s hopes going up in flames.
‘So sloppy’: Soaked Scotty blows US Open chance
Adam Scott was four-over in his final round at the US Open when he found himself in the lead but kept going backwards on a wild, wet day.
Aussie’s classy act after brutal golf collapse
Aussie Adam Scott has fallen apart as his bid for golf history crumbled and a maiden champion was crowned in a US Open thriller.
Scott winds back the clock in hunt for US Open title
Adam Scott is in perfect position to claim a long-awaited second major trophy, sitting just shot behind the lead heading into the final round at the US Open.
Aussie on cusp of epic $6.6m legacy win
Australia’s Adam Scott is one shot off the lead at the US Open after firing the equal best round of the day in the third round at Oakmont.
Rory loses plot in club-smashing meltdown
Rory McIlroy has had a day to forget at the US Open, with the star golfer losing the plot on multiple occasions, with his clubs paying the price.
Aussie on par in US Open tilt
Adam Scott is in contention to win a second major after two par rounds at the US Open.
Scott in contention, Smith officially hits major career low
Adam Scott’s veteran status is not holding him back at the US Open as he hunts a second major title, while the worst run of Cameron Smith’s career in the majors continued at Oakmont.
‘Bash your head in’: US Open takes Aussie toll
Questions continue to be asked about Cam Smith’s major form, but his US Open struggles were mirrored by nearly everyone as the toughest course ever took a toll.
Day’s bold choice as brutal US Open looms
The way Jason Day glided around Oakmont making a bold fashion statement could be the easiest thing he does this week at the US Open.
US erupts over insane lawn mower scenes
The world has been left baffled by a footage of a crew of lawnmowers at an American golf tournament that has divided opinion.
‘Hundred in a row’: Stunning Aussie streak
Only one man in the history of golf has played 100 majors in a row and a star Aussie sits on the cusp of joining the great Jack Nicklaus.
‘Test’: Aussie star rejects LIV theory
Australian golfer Marc Leishman says playing on the LIV Golf tour won’t hinder his chances of a bold showing at next week’s US Open.
Aussie qualifies for US Open in playoff
Australia’s contingent at next week’s US Open has increased to six following a veteran’s successful tilt at qualifying.
YouTube guide to conquer US Open beast
A baptism of fire awaits a rookie Australian pro at the US Open on a course that few of the field have ever laid eyes on other than through videos.
Scheffler outlasts Rahm to claim third major at PGA Championship
World number one Scottie Scheffler has captured his third major title, seeing off Spain’s Jon Rahm down the back nine in the final round to win the PGA Championship.
From broomsticks to golf clubs: The man who leads the PGA
Jhonattan Vegas learned golf by hitting rocks with broomsticks in Venezuela and he now finds himself in command of a major championship. He is well clear of the likes of Rory McIlroy, who only just made the cut.
‘Lacks soul’: Star’s wild Kardashian hot take
Eyebrows have been raised around the world after a golfer compared this week’s PGA Championship course to a Kardashian.
‘Encouraging’: Unheralded Aussie’s flying start
Cam Davis flies under the radar but the Australian is a two-time winner on the PGA Tour and made a great start at the year’s second major.
Rory reveals on Bryson Masters snub
Rory McIlroy won the Masters by being so determined he didn’t talk to his playing partner, and his victory could have positive implications for his Australian visit.
‘One of the greats’: Major hopes for ex-child prodigy
The coach who took Jason Day to world No.1 has similar expectations for a former child prodigy and Your Tube star.
McIlroy news Australia’s waited 11 years for
In one of Australia’s biggest recent sporting coups, Australian Open officials have sealed a deal with Rory McIlroy.
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