Jason Day has locked in a uncommon homecoming, the previous world primary set to finish a seven-year absence when he options at Brisbane’s Australian PGA Championship.
The Queenslander, Paris Olympian and main champion has not performed on house soil since ending fifth on the 2017 Australian Open.
On Thursday he locked in a begin at Royal Queensland (RQ), with fellow Olympian and defending champion Min Woo Lee from November 21-24.
Former winners Adam Scott and Cameron Smith, in addition to Marc Leishman, are Australian PGA regulars with Day’s addition elevating the occasion.
“I am extraordinarily excited to be coming again house to Queensland this summer season,” Day mentioned.
“Sporting the inexperienced and gold for Australia on the Olympics in Paris was an especially proud second for myself and my household and it will likely be very particular to get again on house soil and play in entrance of the Aussie followers.
“I’ve seen the wonderful environment at RQ the previous few years and might’t wait to expertise it for myself.”
Day has recommended for a while he would return house this 12 months to play, however affirmation was a candy reduction for PGA Australia boss Gavin Kirkman.
“I do know there can be 1000’s of golf followers who can be eager to return out and see Jason play at Royal Queensland,” he mentioned.
“After studying the sport in Beaudesert, Jason has gone on to develop into top-of-the-line gamers of his era.
“We’re delighted to welcome him again house and to see him problem for his first Joe Kirkwood Cup.”
AAP
