Summary
Rory McIlroy shot a one-over-par 72 in the first round of the Australian Open at Royal Melbourne, featuring five birdies and six bogeys. Strong winds made play challenging, with Elvis Smylie, Ryan Fox, and Carlos Ortiz leading at six under par. McIlroy expressed satisfaction with being back at the tournament and acknowledged the supportive crowd.
Key Facts
- Rory McIlroy scored a one-over-par 72 in the first round of the Australian Open.
- The tournament is taking place at Royal Melbourne with challenging windy conditions.
- McIlroy made five birdies and six bogeys during his round.
- The current leaders are Elvis Smylie, Ryan Fox, and Carlos Ortiz, all at six under par.
- McIlroy's partners, Adam Scott and Min Woo Lee, finished two under for the day.
- McIlroy, who last played in the Australian Open in 2015, appreciated the support from spectators.
- Cameron Adam, playing in his second professional event, is two shots behind the leaders.
- Jeff Guan, an amateur champion with a visual disability, is tied for 117th after scoring a four-over-par 75.
