Then Open Championship 2025

Open Championship 2025 at Royal Portrush. The championship week includes 4 sold-out practice days drawing a staggering crowd — a testament to the sport’s rising popularity and Rory McIlroy’s massive local pull .Defending champion Xander Schauffele will face off against top contenders including Rory McIlroy, who returns to compete on home soil, alongside Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, and others.

• Par: 71 • Yardage: ~7,381 yards
• Field: 156 players (past champions, top-ranked pros, qualified amateurs)

🏆 Defending Champion

• Xander Schauffele, who claimed the Claret Jug at Royal Troon in 2024, returns to defend his title

✅ Notable Storylines

• Rory McIlroy, having already completed the Career Grand Slam, is chasing a second Open title on home ground.
• Other top contenders: Scottie Scheffler, Shane Lowry, JJ Spaun, Jon Rahm, Brooks Koepka