The Australian Open 2024 has kicked off with an exciting atmosphere as Cameron Smith showcased an impressive opening round of -6 at The Victoria Golf Club. Golf enthusiasts can catch every moment of the PGA Tour LIVE & Exclusive on Fox Sports, accessible via Kayo, where new subscribers can enjoy the first month for just $1. Smith’s start was nothing short of sensational, reeling off six consecutive birdies after an early bogey on his third hole. In contrast, last weekend’s Australian PGA Champion, Elvis Smylie, faced a rocky start at +3 but soon found his rhythm, matching Smith with four consecutive birdies during his round.
Another outstanding performer was Lucas Herbert, Smith’s teammate from Ripper GC, who concluded his round with an eagle on the last hole, finishing with a stellar score of -8, taking the outright lead. Meanwhile, 21-year-old Rintaro Nakano, a rookie professional from Japan, also impressed with a -7 par 65, entering the clubhouse as a joint leader before Herbert’s late eagle.
In the women’s field, Australian Su Oh has made a strong return, currently leading the charge despite a challenging year with only three LPGA events under her belt. Meanwhile, fellow Aussie LPGA stars Minjee Lee and Steph Kyriacou are in the group behind Smith and Smylie, each experiencing contrasting fortunes as the tournament unfolds.
As the day progresses, the action continues across both the men’s, women’s, and All Abilities events, all taking place simultaneously but in different groups and from different tees. Golf fans can keep up with the live scores and notable tee times, including key pairings such as Elvis Smylie, Cameron Smith, and Victor Perez at 7:00 am AEDT on Tee 10.
Viewers can enjoy all the Australian Open action through Kayo and Foxtel, with every major moment broadcast on Fox Sports channel 503, dedicated to the event for the week. Coverage kicks off at 12 pm AEDT each day, ensuring fans don’t miss any of the thrilling action. Follow all the happenings from Day 1 of the Australian Open as it unfolds!
