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Open Championship heads to Royal Lytham in 2028, while Turnberry and Muirfield are sidelined
sports1 month ago

Open Championship heads to Royal Lytham in 2028, while Turnberry and Muirfield are sidelined

The Open is returning to Royal Lytham & St Annes in 2028 for its 12th staging there, with Turnberry and Muirfield not on the rota. The event will run August 3–6, 2028 to dodge the LA Olympics golf schedule, and follows 2027 at St Andrews; Lytham has undergone remodelling to accommodate a modern Open, with related activity highlighted as the course also hosts the AIG Women’s Open later in July. Regional plans also include ongoing Renaissance Club arrangements for the Scottish Open through 2030.

via BBC|
#golf#muirfield#open
Scottie Scheffler Leads at The Open After Impressive Round
sports10 months ago

Scottie Scheffler Leads at The Open After Impressive Round

Scottie Scheffler shot a 7-under 64 to take a one-shot lead into the weekend at The Open at Royal Portrush, with weather conditions affecting scoring but not his performance. He leads over Matt Fitzpatrick and Brian Harman, with notable players like Rory McIlroy struggling to keep pace. Scheffler aims for his third career Grand Slam event win, while the tournament continues to be highly competitive amidst challenging weather.

via NBC Sports|
#golf#leaderboard#royal-portrush
Leaderboard at The 153rd Open
sports10 months ago

Leaderboard at The 153rd Open

Jacob Skov Olesen and Lee Westwood are leading after day one of the 153rd Open at Royal Portrush, both scoring four-under par, with Olesen making a notable eagle and birdies, while Westwood is close behind. Several other players, including Haotong Li, Matthew Jordan, and Shane Lowry, are also in strong positions.

via The Open|
#golf#jacob-skov-olesen#lee-westwood
Scottie Scheffler Addresses Golf's Challenges Ahead of The Open
sports1 year ago

Scottie Scheffler Addresses Golf's Challenges Ahead of The Open

World number one Scottie Scheffler expressed frustration over golf's distance problem and the upcoming golf ball rollback set for 2028, which will reduce driver distance by 13-15 yards. He criticized the trend of making holes longer and praised short par-threes like Troon's eighth hole for requiring skill and control. Scheffler also appreciated changes in bunker design for this year's tournament, emphasizing the importance of risk and reward in golf.

via Golfmagic.com|
#distance-problem#golf#golf-ball-rollback
Brian Harman Triumphs at The Open, Ready to Ride His Tractor
sports2 years ago

Brian Harman Triumphs at The Open, Ready to Ride His Tractor

Brian Harman, winner of the 151st Open, plans to celebrate his victory by getting on his tractor and mowing grass on his farming land. The American golfer, who finished six shots clear of the field, owns 40 acres of land and is excited to enjoy some time on his orange Kubota M5001 Narrow Series. Harman, who had never won a major before, held off the competition and remained at the top of the leaderboard for three of the four rounds. Despite facing occasional heckles from locals supporting his rivals, he credits the support of the fans and his self-belief for his success.

via The Guardian|
#brian-harman#celebration#golf
"Brian Harman's Decades-Long Journey Culminates in Historic Open Championship Victory"
sports2 years ago

"Brian Harman's Decades-Long Journey Culminates in Historic Open Championship Victory"

Brian Harman, a left-handed golfer from Georgia, won the 151st Open Championship at Royal Liverpool Golf Club, finishing 13 under and winning the Claret Jug by 6 strokes. Harman's victory was a long time coming, as he had been a highly talented player since his junior golf and college days. Despite being a good but not great PGA Tour player, Harman's exceptional short game and putting skills were on full display at The Open. This win catapults Harman's career and puts him in contention for a spot on the U.S. Ryder Cup team.

via ESPN|
#brian-harman#claret-jug#golf
Brian Harman's Steady Lead at The Open Raises Hopes of a Historic Victory
sports2 years ago

Brian Harman's Steady Lead at The Open Raises Hopes of a Historic Victory

Brian Harman maintains his five-shot lead at The Open Championship after a steady third round, shooting a 2-under 69. Cameron Young is in second place, while Jon Rahm sits six shots back. Harman, known as "The Butcher of Hoylake" due to his fondness for hunting, has been impressive on the greens, leading in Strokes Gained: Putting. With a strong lead heading into the final round, Harman is poised for his third PGA TOUR win, but challengers like Young and Rahm still have a chance to make a comeback.

via PGA TOUR|
#brian-harman#final-round#golf