Overview

• He told reporters at the BMW PGA Championship Pro-Am at Wentworth that he intends to enter regional qualifying for The Open.
• He said he will not attempt qualifying next year and is targeting 2027 for his first try.
• He currently plays off a two handicap and is working toward scratch, the eligibility standard for entry.
• He acknowledged the high standard in qualifying events and said he does not expect to earn a place in The Open.
• Regional qualifying is open to amateurs and professionals with scratch handicaps at 15 sites across Great Britain and Ireland, with top finishers moving to final qualifying.