Rory McIlroy, the renowned golfer and five-time major winner, shared his thoughts on the famous Royal Melbourne golf course during the 2025 Australian Open. At a press conference, McIlroy noted that while Royal Melbourne ranks among the top 10 golf courses in the world, he does not consider it the leading course in Melbourne or Australia. In his opinion, Kingston Heath surpasses Royal Melbourne. This statement surprised fans and club members, but McIlroy emphasized that Royal Melbourne remains one of the world's best courses.
Royal Melbourne is famous for its history and is used for many major tournaments. Encountering its complex composite layout for the first time, McIlroy noted its difficulties, including numerous blind shots and the impact of the southern wind.
In his first competitive game, McIlroy made five birdies and six bogeys, finishing one over par. He faces the task of improving his position in the tournament, and his opinion on Kingston Heath promises an exciting competition in the future stages of the Australian Open.
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