The Australian Open is one of the most beloved tournaments in the game, having been established in 1904, when English amateur Michael Scott beat Leslie Penfold Hyland in his homeland.
Nowadays, it is the oldest tournament on the PGA Tour of Australasia and its most prestigious. Among the greats of the game to heap praise on the event are 18-time Major winner Jack Nicklaus and four-time Major champion Rory McIlroy, who have each said they regard it as the fifth Major.
