Open Championship 2025 – Royal Portrush Return – July 17–20 at Northern Ireland’s Historic Links

The Royal Portrush Return of The 153rd Open promises a sizzling midsummer showdown: 156 of the world’s best battle the Atlantic winds, an expectant record crowd of 278,000 roars from the dunes, and Ryder‑Cup points hang in the balance.

Heritage & Dates

The Open heads back to Royal Portrush for the first time since 2019, anchoring the game’s oldest major on the fabled Dunluce Links from July 17–20, 2025. This Royal Portrush Return celebrates 153 editions of championship lore, extending the R&A’s global broadcast footprint to 199 nations and 50 hours of live coverage. Local heroes Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry will try to etch new memories on home soil.

Field & Format

A full 156‑player slate converges via exemptions, regional qualifiers and four final‑qualifying sites held on July 1. The format remains classic links golf: 72‑hole stroke play with a Friday cut to top‑70 and ties, followed by a three‑hole aggregate playoff if required.

• Stars confirmed: Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Jon Rahm, Brooks Koepka, Viktor Hovland.
• LIV entrants add extra theatre to this Royal Portrush Return.
• Final qualifiers such as Graeme McDowell chase hometown glory.

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Course Drama

The Dunluce stretches 7,344 yards at par 71, re‑routed in 2019 to unveil two cliff‑edge holes and revive “Calamity Corner,” a 236‑yard gauntlet over a yawning chasm. Every gust off the Atlantic makes shot‑making paramount during this Royal Portrush Return.

Fan Impact & Hospitality

The R&A expects its largest ever crowd outside St Andrews, delivering vast energy and an estimated £100 million economic uplift to Northern Ireland—echoing 2019’s record boost. Guests seeking luxury can step inside the Clubmakers lounge, perched above the 2nd hole with ten hours of gourmet fare and panoramic views. Explore our deep‑dive on the CLUBMAKERS package for insider details!

Secure your spot now—book hospitality packages with VIP tables Cannes and savour golf history in style.