Overview

• Mark Darbon confirmed constructive discussions with Eric Trump and government officials on improving Turnberry’s infrastructure.
• The course’s limited road, rail and accommodation capacity remains the chief barrier to hosting The Open again.
• Turnberry remains under consideration but a return before President Trump’s term ends in early 2029 is highly unlikely.
• Separate feasibility work is underway on Portmarnock in Ireland for a potential first Open outside the United Kingdom in 2028.
• The R&A will name the 2028 venue by the end of the year after completing studies and infrastructure assessments.