US EditionThe British Open, Golf's Oldest Major, Is Always a New Experience
ROYAL PORTRUSH GOLF CLUB, NORTHERN IRELAND, JUL 16 – Rory McIlroy aims for a second British Open title after completing the career Grand Slam, while Xander Schauffele seeks to defend his 2024 championship at Royal Portrush.
- The 153rd Open Championship returned to Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland on July 16, 2025, attracting an expected 200,000 spectators over four days.
- This event followed Shane Lowry's 2019 triumph at the same course, marking Ireland hosting the Open for the first time in 68 years amid ongoing historical and cultural significance.
- Rory McIlroy, a local golf star who set the course record of 61 at age 16, returned as a major winner and symbol of unity, signing autographs for young fans during practice days.
- Scottie Scheffler, the world number one and three-time major champion, stated, "They all start even par," emphasizing the tournament's competitive balance as he tees off on Thursday.
- The championship showcased Ireland's golf success, with implications for local pride and unity, while rainy and breezy conditions and a strong field promised a challenging test.
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PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland (Reuters) -Padraig Harrington struck the first tee shot as the 153rd British Open started in cloudy conditions at Royal Portrush on Thursday. Read full story
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The British Open, golf's oldest major, is always a new experience
PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland (AP) — The crowds following Rory McIlroy for three days at Royal Portrush have been enormous, a reminder of the expectations. On banners and flags and buntings of grandstands there are images of the claret jug, a reminder of what’s at stake at the British Open. But add this to the list of what makes golf’s oldest championship so distinct from the other majors: Every year it feels like a new experience. Justin Thomas co…
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