Why it's time for The Open to crown an English winner
Summary
No English golfer has won The Open Championship on home soil since Tony Jacklin in 1969. This year’s championship at Royal Birkdale features strong English contenders like Matt Fitzpatrick, Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Rose, and Aaron Rai, who could end this long drought.Key Facts
- Tony Jacklin was the last English golfer to win The Open in England, back in 1969.
- Sir Nick Faldo won The Open three times, but all victories were in Scotland.
- Scottish and Northern Irish golfers have won The Open in recent years, including Rory McIlroy in 2014.
- The 2024 Open Championship is being held at Royal Birkdale in Southport, England.
- Matt Fitzpatrick has won more PGA Tour tournaments this year than any other player.
- Local golfer Tommy Fleetwood grew up near Royal Birkdale and sees winning there as very special.
- Veteran golfer Justin Rose and Aaron Rai are also key English players in the competition.
- The Open Championship runs from July 16 to 19, with coverage on BBC Sport and other BBC channels.
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