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You don’t want to let them down – Rory McIlroy on pressure of being home hope

The Northern Irishman was cheered throughout his opening round at Royal Portrush.

The Independent UK

Home favourite Rory McIlroy rewards fans with strong start at Royal Portrush

McIlroy reached the turn in two under par.

The Independent UK

2025 British Open Final Payouts, Prize Money, Winnings From Royal Portrush: Scottie Scheffler Wins $3.1 Million

Scottie Scheffler checked off the third leg of the Grand Slam with a dominant performance at Royal Portrush.

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The Straight-Flying Illegal Golf Ball Bryson DeChambeau Was Testing Ahead Of The 2025 Open

Dechambeau has been spotted on the Royal Portrush links with a non-comforming golf ball, but is everything as it seems?

Golf Monthly

Ryan Peake: The convicted ex-bike gang member playing at The Open

The Australian is hoping to at least ‘make the cut’ at Royal Portrush after securing DP World Tour membership for 2026

The Independent UK

The Open Championship Odds and Predictions as Portrush Pressure Mounts for McIlroy and Scheffler Faces Doubts

Betting markets for The Open Championship shift as McIlroy faces local pressure and experts question Scheffler's value as favourite.

International Business Times UK

Aussie Open crew playing catch-up after Smith shocker

Cameron Smith smacked one of the worst tee shots of his major career - a fitting launch of an underwhelming day for Australia's Open Championship battalion.

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How Fast Are The Greens At Royal Portrush On The Stimpmeter?

The Open Championship is being hosted at the stunning Royal Portrush for a second time in six years, but how fast are the greens on the stimpmeter?

Golf Monthly

'A Subtle Act Of Rebellion' - Nike Unveils Special Edition Open Championship Shoes

The special edition Nike shoes are sure to get a lot of attention at Royal Portrush this week...

Golf Monthly

The Open 2025: Fitzpatrick in five-way tie for Open lead as Scheffler and McIlroy lurk – as it happened

Matt Fitzpatrick is joint-top of the leaderboard after the first round, with Rory McIlroy within touching distance

The Guardian - UK

McIlroy On Home Turf As Scheffler Seeks Satisfaction At British Open

Rory McIlroy will be roared on in his homeland as the 153rd British Open gets underway at Royal Portrush on Thursday as world number one Scottie Scheffler seeks his first Claret Jug.

International Business Times

The 1st Hole At Royal Portrush Is Scary - But Is It The Toughest Start In The Open Championship?

The 1st hole at Royal Portrush ruined Rory McIlroy's chances at the 2019 Open Championship, and here's what makes it such a devilish start to the tournament

Golf Monthly

2025 British Open Predictions: Our Picks to Win at Royal Portrush

Golf's oldest championship begins Thursday and SI Golf writers and editors share their picks for a winner at the season's final major.

Sports Illustrated

Cam Smith busting a gut to end frustrating year at Open

Australia's 2022 British Open champion Cam Smith is ready to turn round a "frustrating" season at Portrush after working feverishly to get back to winning ways.

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The Guardian - UK

Max Faulkner and ‘the greatest shot’: the story of Portrush’s first Open champion

How Englishman fulfilled his own prophecy to triumph against the odds at the 1951 championship

The Independent UK

Rory McIlroy admits he prioritised Royal Portrush return over career Grand Slam

The 36-year-old added a Masters green jacket to his collection in April to become the sixth player to win all four major championships.

Golf Monthly

The Astonishing Handicap Indexes Of The Top-10 In The 2019 Open Championship at Royal Portrush

We are back at Royal Portrush for the 153rd Open Championship, but what will it take to lift the Claret Jug? This handicap data from 2019 offers a clue...

Golf Monthly

The Open First Round Leader Picks: 66/1 Shot Headlines 3 Players To Watch

We've got three picks to be first round leader at the 2025 Open Championship at prices of 40/1, 60/1 and 66/1 to top the leaderboard after 18 holes at Royal Portrush

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The Independent UK

‘Proud’ Darren Clarke says Rory McIlroy will receive ‘unbelievable’ reception at Royal Portrush

The 2011 Open champion says he’s ‘proud’ of McIlroy’s achievements after his fellow countryman completed a career grand slam when winning the Masters in April

International Business Times

McIlroy Returns To Portrush As Schauffele Defends British Open Crown

A raucous reception will greet Rory McIlroy as the British Open returns to Royal Portrush and Northern Ireland on Thursday for the first time since Shane Lowry's 2019 triumph.

Golf Monthly

Bryson DeChambeau Outlines Changes LIV Golf Could Make To Help OWGR Bid After Strong Jon Rahm Comments

Ahead of the 153rd Open at Royal Portrush, Bryson DeChambeau has shared his views and excitement to the possibility of LIV finally being granted OWGR points

The Independent UK

The Open tee times moved to avoid disruption with band parade in Portrush, R&A confirms

With more than 60 bands and thousands of spectators expected in Portrush, the R&A has confirmed a ‘tweak’ to its scheduling plans

Golf Monthly

Royal Portrush Course Guide: Head Pro Gary McNeill Shares The Inside Track On The 2025 Open Championship Venue

Gary McNeill, head professional at Royal Portrush, tells us all about the Dunluce links – including four pivotal holes that could shape the tournament

Golf Monthly

The Open Championship Sleeper Picks: Huge-Price LIV Golfers Backed To Contend At Royal Portrush

Away from a fairytale victory for Rory McIlroy or a predictable success for Scottie Scheffler, who else is worth a punt at the 153rd Open Championship?

Golf Monthly

Bazza's Best Bets For The Open Championship 2025: Outright Winner, Sleeper, First Round Leader And Top Finish Betting Tips

Our resident betting expert Baz Plummer shares the best Open Championship picks in the outright winner, sleeper, first round leader and top finish markets

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