The R&A today confirmed the championship dates for The Open, the ISPS HANDA Senior Open and the AIG Women’s Open in 2028.

Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy ended his historic 2025 season Down Under at the Crown Australian Open where he said the crowds were "absolutely incredible” at Royal Melbourne and that he looks forward to returning there next year.

Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen saved his best until last as he fought off the challenge of Major Champion Cam Smith to claim his maiden DP World Tour title at the 2026 Crown Australian Open.

Rory McIlroy had a difficult start to his Crown Australian Open campaign where renowned Sandbelt venue Royal Melbourne made things “very tricky” for the world number two as he opened with a one-over par 72.

Woodbrook General Manager Marcus Doyle says 2026 is shaping up to be a memorable year, as the club is set to host two major championships and celebrate their centenary.

Five-time Major Champion and Career Grand Slam winner Rory McIlroy is headlining the Crown Australian Open this week as the tournament returns to the iconic Royal Melbourne Golf Club on the famed Melbourne Sandbelt.

Rory McIlroy will end an unforgettable Grand Slam winning year with a festive trip Down Under for the season-ending Crown Australian Open at Royal Melbourne.

Lauren Walsh had a nervy wait before securing the all-important 10th position on the Ladies European Tour Order of Merit that also stamps her place in next week’s LPGA Q-Series final stage.

The recently revived ‘Skins Game’ returned after a 17-year hiatus and it produced plenty of drama where US Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley came out on top while Ireland’s Shane Lowry had a mixed day.