
Joaquin Niemann locked up his spot at the 152nd Open Championship courtesy of a thrilling playoff win over Rikuya Hoshino at the Australian Open.
The LIV Golfer was not assured of a place at Royal Troon next July pre-tournament, but a stunning fightback on the final day saw Niemann recover from four shots back to set the clubhouse lead before he ultimately went on to claim victory at the second extra hole.