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Golf 08/12/25 11:00am

The Open faces one-off August move to avoid Olympics clash

The Open will temporarily move to August in 2028 to avoid clashing with the Olympic Games in Los Angeles that summer, the R&A has confirmed.

Rory McIlroy, St Andrews, golf (Getty Images)
Golf 28/10/25 2:01pm

Big changes made to iconic Old Course - what is being done at St Andrews?

The iconic Old Course at St Andrews is to be lengthened and undergo significant changes ahead of The Open being held there in 2027.

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler will continue to chase more major glory in 2026 after McIlroy made it back-to-back Masters wins
Golf 15/03/26 11:00pm

When are the majors? Key golf events and 2026 schedule

Take a closer look at the key dates for the 2026 golf season, including the majors, PGA Tour Signature Events, Solheim Cup and more...

There were 12 players from the LIV Golf League who featured in the 2025 edition of The Masters
The Masters 2026 26/08/25 3:00pm

The Masters reveals new ways to qualify but avoids LIV exemption

The winners of six national Opens will earn invites to The Masters from next year, although there remains no direct pathway for players competing in the LIV Golf League.

Scottie Scheffler claimed a four-shot win at The Open to register a fourth major win in four years
The 153rd Open 22/07/25 12:15am

Can anyone stop Scheffler dominance? 'He's going to have to beat himself!'

Scottie Scheffler described comparisons to Tiger Woods as 'a bit silly', but how the world No 1 match up to the 15-time major champion after his latest win at The Open?

Scheffler says he is not thinking too much about the Grand Slam just yet
The 153rd Open 20/07/25 9:00pm

Will Scheffler complete Grand Slam without 'torturous' wait?

Scottie Scheffler is a US Open win away from completing the career Grand Slam and could achieve that feat on his 30th birthday next summer.

Bryson DeChambeau looks set to feature for Team USA in the Ryder Cup at September
2025 Ryder Cup 21/07/25 2:00pm

DeChambeau reveals 'inspirational' Ryder Cup message: Who is set to qualify?

Bryson DeChambeau was among the players to receive a personal message from Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley during The Open, but who else could feature at Bethpage Black?

Scottie Scheffler holds the Claret Jug after winning The Open
The 153rd Open 20/07/25 6:30pm

'Special feeling' - Scheffler storms to dominant major win at The Open

Scottie Scheffler claimed a fourth major title and completed a third leg of the career Grand Slam by cruising to a dominant four-shot victory at The Open.

Scottie Scheffler celebrated a four-shot win at The Open
The 153rd Open 21/07/25 6:00am

How 'incredible' Scheffler left major stars praising Tiger-like dominance

Why is Scottie Scheffler so dominant and how does he compare to Tiger Woods? Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele lead tributes after the world No 1's latest major win.

Rory McIlroy completed the career Grand Slam at The Masters
The 153rd Open 20/07/25 8:58pm

McIlroy feels close to 'being back' ahead of Ryder Cup after big major run

Rory McIlroy is feeling good about his game again as he looks to shake off a lull in form ahead of the Ryder Cup.

Scottie Scheffler celebrates after winning The Open after carding a final-round 68 to win by four shots
The 153rd Open 20/07/25 6:30pm

'Class of his own' - How 'surgical' Scheffler eased to Open glory

Latest news and updates from The 153rd Open, where Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler both chase major glory at Royal Portrush. Watch live on Sky Sports Golf.

Scottie Scheffler is closing in on more major success at The Open
The 153rd Open 19/07/25 8:00pm

Relentless Scheffler extends Open lead after McIlroy impresses

Scottie Scheffler moved closer to a second major victory of the year and a third leg of the career Grand Slam by taking a four-shot lead into the final day of The Open.

Shane Lowry was hit with a two-shot penalty during the second round of The Open
The 153rd Open 19/07/25 1:00pm

Lowry's rules drama explained: What happened and how has golf reacted?

What caused Shane Lowry's two-shot penalty at The Open? Why was he punished and how has golf reacted? A closer look at the incident causing controversy at Royal Portrush.

Former Open champions Cam Smith, Xander Schauffele, Shane Lowry and Collin Morikawa
The 153rd Open 19/07/25 9:25pm

The Open 2025: Key TV times and ways to watch on Sunday

What time does TV coverage start for The Open? How else can I follow the action? Ways to watch the final men's major of the year, live from Royal Portrush on Sky Sports.

Rory McIlroy was looking to claim a historic major victory on home soil at The Open
The 153rd Open 19/07/25 7:30pm

McIlroy hails 'incredible' crowd and keeps 'half a chance' of major glory

Rory McIlroy paid tribute to the "incredible" Northern Irish crowd and insisted he had 'half a chance' of major victory after a brilliant third-round 66 at The Open.

Scottie Scheffler holds a one-shot halfway lead at The Open
The 153rd Open 18/07/25 8:40pm

Scheffler jumps clear of Fitzpatrick to grab halfway lead at The Open

Scottie Scheffler lived up to his billing as pre-tournament favourite at The Open by jumping ahead of Matt Fitzpatrick and grabbing the halfway lead at Royal Portrush.

Rory McIlroy is challenging for a second major victory of the season
The 153rd Open 18/07/25 4:20pm

McIlroy ready to make major run at The Open: 'Excited for the weekend!'

Rory McIlroy insists he ready to "make a run" to challenge for a historic home major victory at The Open after keeping himself in halfway contention at Royal Portrush.

Shane Lowry was given a two-shot penalty after his second round at The Open
The 153rd Open 18/07/25 10:19pm

Lowry involved in penalty drama at The Open: 'I didn't see it move!'

Shane Lowry’s hopes of another major win at Royal Portrush suffered a significant setback after being handed a two-shot penalty after his second round at The Open.

Scottie Scheffler is a shot off the lead after the opening round of The Open
The 153rd Open 17/07/25 10:00pm

Erratic Scheffler and McIlroy in major mix as five share lead at The Open

Scottie Scheffler overcame an erratic driving display to get within a shot of the lead at The Open, as Rory McIlroy stayed in contention after an eventful opening round.

Keegan Bradley narrowly missed out on featuring in the 2023 Ryder Cup
2025 Ryder Cup 18/07/25 6:35pm

Bradley: Team USA planning for Ryder Cup dual role - with Tiger's help

Keegan Bradley has revealed that Team USA have a plan for the possibility he might be a playing captain at this year's Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.

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Beginner's guide to The Open: Field, format, history and all you need to know ahead of 2025 contest at Royal Portrush

Senior journalist Ali Stafford takes on the challenge of Royal Troon

How would a 36-handicapper tackle 'terrifying' Royal Troon?

Xander Schauffele clinched a second major win courtesy of a stunning final-round 65 at Royal Troon

Is Schauffele the heir apparent to Tiger as golf's next great?

Features

Image from Beginner's guide to The Open: Field, format, history and all you need to know ahead of 2025 contest at Royal Portrush

Beginner's guide to The Open: Field, format, history and all you need to know ahead of 2025 contest at Royal Portrush

Senior journalist Ali Stafford takes on the challenge of Royal Troon

How would a 36-handicapper tackle 'terrifying' Royal Troon?

Xander Schauffele clinched a second major win courtesy of a stunning final-round 65 at Royal Troon

Is Schauffele the heir apparent to Tiger as golf's next great?

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