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Rory-mania was on full show when McIlroy played his final round of the British Open at Royal Portrush on Sunday.

Rory is getting millions to play in Australia. This is why it’s worth it

Rory McIlroy’s return to Australia is not coming cheap. But as one of just six men to win golf’s grand slam, he’s going to make a big impression.

  • Sam McClure

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Rory McIlroy poses with the Masters trophy.

Inside golf’s big coup: Why Rory McIlroy is coming to play the Australian Open

The Masters champion has confirmed he will compete in the next two Australian Open tournaments. This is why his big win at Augusta actually helped the situation.

  • Peter Ryan
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 13: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts as he is awarded the Green Jacket by Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler after the final round of the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 13, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Could Rory McIlroy play at the Australian Open … and reignite the tournament?

The recently crowned US Masters champion is being wooed by Golf Australia for another crack at the Stonehaven Cup this year.

  • Iain Payten
Cameron Smith at last year’s Australian Open

Last year’s tournament attracted record crowds, but Victoria won’t commit to hosting Australian Open

Australia’s best golfers are happy with a return to the traditional format for the Australian Open but whether the tournament is played in Victoria this year remains uncertain.

  • Peter Ryan
A view of Rod Laver Arena for the Australian Open men’s final.

A massive Australian Open awaits, and I’m tipping a couple of first-time winners

Leading into another blockbuster Australian Open, two-time reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka is in blistering form. But I’m not tipping her to win.

  • Ash Barty
Carnarvon Golf Course in Lidcombe was earmarked for conversion into a cemetery.

The secret plan to convert a Sydney golf course into a cemetery

The NSW government has desperately been looking for a new site to build a cemetery. A suburban golf course was selected as the spot.

  • Max Maddison
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Cameron Smith.

Australian golf’s biggest drawcard is also its most influential critic

Cameron Smith drew 20 times more spectators to his round than any other competitor every time he took to the fairways in Australia this summer. But he was also the most vocal critic. He’s left Golf Australia with plenty to consider about the sport’s future.

  • Peter Ryan
Ryggs Johnston gets acquainted with the Stonehaven Cup after his Australian Open win.

Golf Australia ponders future of joint tournament as Johnston and Shin take Open titles

The world’s 954th-ranked golfer caused a major upset at Kingston Heath, but despite his stirring win, the future of the Australian Open remains clouded.

  • Peter Ryan
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An American named after a Lethal Weapon character stands between Aussies and Australian Open title

Lucas Herbert is so desperate to win his national title he thinks it might have affected his play

  • Peter Ryan
Cameron Smith.

Shot down: Smith in the thick of drama as Golf Australia hits back at course critics

Australian Lucas Herbert has a four-shot lead after two rounds, but the Friday focus was on the battle between Cameron Smith and playing partner Elvis Smylie.

  • Peter Ryan

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