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UNBELIEVABLE: Dane locks in title defence after open thriller - The Untold Story

Australian Open champion Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen was inspired by the history of the tournament. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Lured to the Australian Open by its 121-year history, new champion Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen is vowing to return to defend his title as the championship continues to regain its lustre.

Career grand slam winner Rory McIlroy is committed to tee it up at Kingston Heath in 2026 and Denmark's Neergaard-Petersen will be back after his thrilling one-stroke victory over local hope Cameron Smith.

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