*** 2026 The Open Championship Royal Birkdale***

[BigJCy]

Last Major of the Year. Weather forecast looks pretty decent. As of now 10-15 mph Winds expected on all 4 days.

https://www.wunderground.com/forecast/gb/southport/ISOUTH1309

They have made some changes to the course since last played there:

 

[Cyclonepride]

Saw this earlier:

 

[cyclonespiker33]

With lower winds, should we expect the winning score to be double digits under par?

 

[BigJCy]

With lower winds, should we expect the winning score to be double digits under par?

I would say yes, unless it gets so dry/firm that balls won't hold on the greens and also they run off the fairways into the bunkers or rough.

 

[BigJCy]

1st & 2nd Round Tee Times are out:

Tee Times | The 154th Open | Royal Birkdale

View the tee times for all the players competing in The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale. Find out what time your favourite player tees off.

www.theopen.com

 

[FerShizzle]

was curious after watching the video in the OP. didnt know that courses with 'royal' in their name have been granted that by the monarchy.

per AI:
A "Royal" designation is an official title bestowed upon a golf club by a reigning monarch, signifying historical significance, prestige, and a direct connection to the royal family. There are roughly 64 clubs worldwide holding this honor, with the majority located in the United Kingdom and former British Commonwealths.

 

[BigJCy]

If you want to get drunk this week take a swig every time they say Tommy Fleetwood is from there.

 

[Rural]

I would say yes, unless it gets so dry/firm that balls won't hold on the greens and also they run off the fairways into the bunkers or rough.

I say that's why Scheffler won last year it was dry baked out, no wind and warm.

This tournament used to be known for 50 degrees, rain, and all the wind you could handle.