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Young fans hold signed pin flags prior to The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 13, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Stuart Kerr/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

300,000 people later – Here is what The Open got right for the fans

Bryson DeChambeau of the United States greets spectators during Day Three of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Oisin Keniry/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Should video evidence ever be used to enforce the rules of golf?

Ryan Fox of New Zealand poses with the Claret Jug and caddie Dean Smith following victory during Day Four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Ryan Fox’s Open win should embarrass slow golfers everywhere

Scottie Scheffler of the United States walks with his caddie Ted Scott on the first hole during Day Four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Stuart Kerr/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Should Scottie Scheffler’s controversial drop at The Open spark a rule change?

Ryan Fox of New Zealand celebrates victory on the 18th green during Day Four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Ryan Fox wins The Open Championship for New Zealand and for the good guys

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland tees off on the second hole during Day Two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Kate McShane/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Why Rory McIlroy driving greens at Royal Birkdale represents a massive problem for golf

SOUTHPORT, ENGLAND - JULY 17: Bryson DeChambeau of the United States speaks with a rules official following day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

I showed Open fans Bryson DeChambeau’s penalty footage – their reactions were fascinating

Tours

TROON, SCOTLAND - JULY 23: Charley Hull of England looks on during the first round of the ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open 2026 at Dundonald Links Golf Course on July 23, 2026 in Troon, Scotland. (Photo by Tom Dulat/Getty Images)

‘Everyone f***s up’: Charley Hull texted commissioner after making a 9 with birdie putt at Scottish Open

Young fans hold signed pin flags prior to The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 13, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Stuart Kerr/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

300,000 people later – Here is what The Open got right for the fans

Scottie Scheffler of the United States walks with his caddie Ted Scott on the first hole during Day Four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Stuart Kerr/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Should Scottie Scheffler’s controversial drop at The Open spark a rule change?

Ryan Fox of New Zealand poses with the Claret Jug and caddie Dean Smith following victory during Day Four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Ryan Fox’s Open win should embarrass slow golfers everywhere

Rules

Bryson DeChambeau of the United States greets spectators during Day Three of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Oisin Keniry/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Should video evidence ever be used to enforce the rules of golf?

Crowds look on during The Open at Royal Portrush | Source: The R&A/via Getty Images spectator picks up golf ball

What happens if a fan picks up a player’s golf ball at The Open?

SOUTHPORT, ENGLAND - APRIL 27: A view of the Claret Jug on the 18th green at Royal Birkdale on April 27, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Oisin Keniry/R&A/R&A via Getty Images) The Open rules

8 surprising rules you’ll only see at The Open

Scottie Scheffler drives off during The Open at Royal Portrush | Source: The R&A

Can a spectator give players advice at The Open?

Collin Morikawa studies his yardage book at the 9th tee as a notice tells players about internal out of bounds | Source: NCG

Why the 10th fairway is out of bounds at The Open

open pace of play

What is The Open pace of play policy?

Reviews

FitVille Primix Golf Shoes V2 | Source: NCG

FitVille Primix V2 Golf Shoe review: Out of this world comfort

J.Lindeberg Ace Low-Top Golf Sneaker | Source: NCG

J.Lindeberg Ace Low-Top Golf Sneaker Review

J.Lindeberg Vent 500 KN Golf Shoe | Source: NCG

J.Lindeberg Vent 500 KN Golf Sneaker Review

Icart Uno Golf Push Trolley | Source: NCG

Icart Uno Golf Push Trolley Review

Best Golf Deals

Druids Ambassador Packs | Source: NCG

Druids Ambassador Packs reviewed: Unbelievable value for men, women and kids

Best Golf Balls for Mid Handicappers 2026 | Source: NCG

Best Golf Balls for Mid Handicappers 2026

Best Putters for Mid Handicappers 2026 | Source: NCG

The 10 Best Putters to transform your Mid-Handicap into a Low-Handicap

Best Hybrids for High Handicappers 2026

Best Budget Irons 2026

Best Bushnell Golf Rangefinders 2026

Travels

Open Championship venues

Could this be the layout that finally brings the Open Championship back to Prince’s Golf Club?

Trump Doonbeg 18th Hole | Source: NCG

A Masterpiece Reimagined: My Stay and Play at Trump International Golf Links & Hotel Doonbeg Ireland

Aphrodite Hills PGA National Cyprus Golf Course | Source: Aphrodite Hills

Gather your team – one of golf’s best resort events is back

Lucas Herbert of Australia plays his third shot on the 14th hole during Day Four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Kate McShane/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

The anatomy of a 62 – and what it tells us about the distance debate

The 1st hole at Royal Jersey | Source: Royal Jersey

I found the best opening hole in golf on a trip to the Channel Islands

Quinta do Lago Golf Resort | Source: Quinta do Lago

Is Quinta do Lago the best golf resort in Europe?

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Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland tees off on the second hole during Day Two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Kate McShane/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Why Rory McIlroy driving greens at Royal Birkdale represents a massive problem for golf

Best Golf Balls for Seniors 2026: Distance and feel for those with slower swing speeds

2025 Open Championship leaderboard

What is The Open Cut rule?

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Who is Bryson DeChambeau’s girlfriend?

Mark Darbon, CEO of The R&A speaks to the media during a press conference prior to The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 15, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Oisin Keniry/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

R&A backs the World Handicap System as criticisms continue

Bryson DeChambeau at LIV Golf Korea | Source: LIV Golf

Show me the money! How much has each LIV player made since signing up?

Best Budget Irons 2026

Martin Kaymer of the LIV Golf Cleeks team | Source: Getty Images

Big DP World Tour events still allow LIV Golfers to compete, but how?

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Who are the richest golfers of all time?

ST ANDREWS, SCOTLAND - JULY 15: Tiger Woods of the United States acknowledges the crowd on the Swilcan Bridge on the 18th hole during Day Two of The 150th Open at St Andrews Old Course on July 15, 2022 in St Andrews, Scotland. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Where will The Open Championship be held in 2027, 2028 and 2029?

Ben Hogan BHM02 putter giveaway | Source: Ben Hogan Golf & NCG

Golf Giveaways! Win a Ben Hogan BHM02 Putter

foursomes Golfers at a green | Source: Adobe Stock

Is WHS ‘ill-suited’ to our golf culture – or is it time to ‘stop whingeing’ about handicapping?