AUSSIE OPEN TITLE DEFENCE IN NOVEMBER

McILORY RETURNING TO AUSTRALIA

 

Rory McIlroy will defend his Australian Open title in November and he credits his win last year in Sydney as the launchpad for a return to form.

McIlroy, back at the top of the world rankings, overhauled crowd favourite and fierce rival Adam Scott for victory last November, ending a winless run of more than 12 months.
He has since stormed through the rankings and overtook Scott for the world No 1 spot when he clinched the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational crown on Sunday. 

Rory McIlroy is the strong favourite to become only the fifth different player in the last 35 years to win three successive tournaments.

The 25-year-old three-time major champion said he was relishing another crack at the Australian title from November 27-30.
"I'm really looking forward to coming back to Sydney in November to defend my Australian Open title," he said in a statement released by the tournament organisers.
"I had a terrific experience last year in front of great crowds. They really loved the showdown between myself and Adam. And it proved to be a really important win for me.
"I believe my return to form was given real momentum in Australia last year."