Banana peel trips up superstar McIlroy's Open hopes

Drawcard Rory McIlroy wants to finish with a bang after his hopes of challenging for for a second Australian Open title were derailed by a banana peel.

Final Round Tee-times Australian Open

The last round tee-times are in, and Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen (-14) will head out in the final group with Cameron Smith and Si Woo Kim (both -12). Adam Scott and Min Woo Lee (both -10) will play together two groups back and are well within striking distance as we head into championship Sunday in the Australian Open.

Review: Omaha Golf Club

They say the further north you travel in New Zealand, the better the people. That may be true, depending on who you ask. However, one thing that is absolutely certain across the Tasman is that travelling north unlocks a golfing mecca that rivals some of the best destinations on the planet.

Column: The Sandbelt never lies

When any lofty event arrives on the doorstep of Royal Melbourne, it becomes a study in patience and precision.

Review: Omaha Golf Club

They say the further north you travel in New Zealand, the better the people. That may be true, depending on who you ask. However, one thing that is absolutely certain across the Tasman is that travelling north unlocks a golfing mecca that rivals some of the best destinations on the planet.

Course Review: Murrumbidgee Country Club

Matt Cleary reviews a Canberra bush beauty, Murrumbidgee Country Club, nourished by a famous river and nestled among snow-capped Brindabellas.

Gallery: Rory tackles Royal Melbourne

He's here and he's out on course. Check out the best Getty Images pics of the Masters champion as he navigates our own Royal Melbourne Golf Club during the 2025 Crown Australian Open.

Tested: Callaway Opus SP wedges

Opus wedges combine Tour-preferred shaping with a higher centre of gravity for increased spin and precision.

Tested: Titleist T-Series irons

I find there are few better feelings as a golfer than peeling the plastic off the face of a new set of irons. From your first full set to doing it for the 5th, 10th, or 100th time. It is an instant serotonin boost that never gets old.