Overview

• Turnberry remains in the R&A’s pool of potential venues pending major road, rail and lodging upgrades required for a modern championship
• Darbon said he has received no pressure from the British government regarding venue selection, affirming the R&A’s independence
• A meeting with Eric Trump earlier this year yielded constructive dialogue on addressing logistical challenges at Turnberry
• The course’s return is highly unlikely before early 2029 given the scale of infrastructure improvements and President Trump’s second term
• Concurrent feasibility studies on Portmarnock in Ireland could lead to a first-time Open there, with a decision expected by year-end