Open Championship returns to Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland, the site of Shane Lowry's triumph in 2019. As has been the case all year, the strong favorites entering the tournament are Scottie Scheffler (9/2) and Rory McIlroy (7-1).

It has been variously described as a “beast”, a “card-wrecker” and “236 yards of pure terror”. So by the time I reach the 16th hole at Royal Portrush, better known as “Calamity Corner”, on a blustery day back in April,

In 2019, it was the first-ever sold-out Open. It was a hugely significant moment for Northern Ireland after a troubled past.

One of the best British Open traditions going—punishing drop zones—is back for the 153rd Open at Royal Portrush. Dylan Dethier with Golf.com captured two photos of some of the nastier drop zones the R&A implemented this year: That's the good stuff.

The weather played havoc at The Open in 2019 at Royal Portrush and could prove to be a decisive factor in who picks up the Claret Jug this year

Let's take a look at the weather forecast for the 2025 Open Championship. Thursday will be the windiest day of the week, according to forecasters, who are calling for cloudy conditions with winds at 15-25 mph from the southeast. Expect temperatures in the upper 60s and rain showers for most of the day.

Tyrrell Hatton: The LIV Golf member played well in the U.S. Open with a tie for fourth and he tied for sixth in the British Open at Royal Portrush in 2019. Hatton also had a solid Masters (tie for 14th) and will be a bulldog if he's close to the lead on Sunday.

The Open has had 28 different winners aged 38 or older all-time, the same number as the Masters and U.S. Open combined.

The 16th hole at Royal Portrush, known as Calamity Corner, is a challenging 236-yard par 3. The hole features a steep ravine to the right of the green, making recovery difficult. A new back tee was added in 2019,

Just four rounds separate the start of The Open Championship and the hosting of the Claret Jug signifying the crowning of Champion Golfer of the Year. Across 72 holes at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland,