Wayne Riley lifted the Stonehaven Cup at the Australian Open in 1991 at Royal Melbourne. 34 years later, as the tournament makes a comeback on the historic course, excitement is through the roof to see who will win in this edition. A win in the event will open doors for the 2026 Masters at Augusta National and the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. And let’s not forget the 3,000 Race to Dubai points, which can transform one’s entire career.

Almost every eye is on Rory McIlroy, but three LIV guys are coming in with momentum, form, and something to prove. They have performed well in their circuit, but the Australian Open 2025 is an opportunity to show that success in LIV can lead to success in other tournaments, too. The stakes are high, with a prize of $3 million on the line. They are:

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