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Open Championship Returns to Royal Portrush on Thursday

Masters champion Rory McIlroy headlines the field under forecast rain and wind with record attendance expected.

Scottie Scheffler of the United States speaks to the media during a press conference prior to The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club on July 15, 2025, in Portrush, Northern Ireland.
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Overview

  • The 153rd Open Championship tees off Thursday on the Dunluce Links, marking the major’s first return to Royal Portrush since 2019.
  • Rory McIlroy arrives as the reigning Masters champion and hometown favorite aiming to avenge his 2019 cut miss and capture a second Claret Jug.
  • World number one Scottie Scheffler is the betting favorite seeking his first Open title after winning the PGA Championship in May.
  • Xander Schauffele makes his title defense following his 2024 triumph at Royal Troon and Shane Lowry returns as the 2019 champion chasing a second major.
  • Rain and wind forecasts threaten to intensify the Dunluce Links challenge while around 275,000 spectators prepare to attend.