- Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf course will not host the British Open in the near future, according to the R&A’s new chief executive, Mark Darbon.
- The primary reasons for Turnberry not hosting are significant logistical challenges, including transportation and infrastructure issues, rather than political considerations.
- Turnberry has not been removed from the list of potential British Open venues, and the R&A has held constructive discussions with Trump Golf representatives.
- The R&A maintains that the decision on where to stage the Open rests solely with them, independent of any influence from the British government.
- The R&A prioritises courses capable of accommodating large crowds and modern Open requirements, a factor also affecting other Scottish courses like Muirfield.
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