From an out-of-sorts Scheffler to caddie nuptials: what to look out for at 2026 Open
Summary
The 2026 Open golf tournament at Royal Birkdale will feature defending champion Scottie Scheffler, who is currently out of form, and top players like Rory McIlroy competing for the title. The event also focuses on local golfers such as Aaron Rai and Tommy Fleetwood, and addresses issues like crowd behavior and the impact of a recent heatwave on the course.Key Facts
- Scottie Scheffler won the 2025 Open but struggled recently, missing the cut at the Scottish Open.
- Rory McIlroy will play in his first home major since winning the 2026 Masters, aiming to win the Open again.
- Aaron Rai, the first Englishman in over 100 years to win the PGA Championship, is competing with high expectations.
- Tommy Fleetwood, from Southport, hopes to become the first English Open winner since 1992.
- Justin Rose, with extensive experience at Royal Birkdale, is also competing in this tournament.
- Recent events have seen an increase in golf crowd heckling, possibly influenced by sports betting.
- The Open organizers have introduced a new code of conduct for fans to encourage respect and no phone recordings during play.
- A heatwave has hardened the course surface, making play conditions tougher.
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