Royal Portrush is not only open to visitors, but its yearly membership dues are what the average American golfer spends on public tee times.

No one wins more than Scottie Scheffler these days. But as the year's final major nears, the world's No. 1 player finds himself asking what the point of it is.

Rain showers can be expected at times for the 153rd Open Championship, which is being hosted on the coast of Northern Ireland.

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As the best players in the world prepare for this 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush, it’s important to note just how different Irish golf – and particularly this one – is from those classic Scottish or English rota courses.

Xander Schauffele will look to defend his British Open title against a field led by Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler when the 153rd Open Championship begins at Royal Portrush on Thursday.

World number one Scottie Scheffler is the favourite on golf betting sites, with local hero Rory McIlroy next on the market. McIlroy is aiming to follow in the footsteps of his good friend Shane Lowry, who was the champion golfer in 2019 - the last time Portrush hosted the tournament.

Vegas oddsmakers have some ideas on who might be walking away from Portrush as a major champion. Here's a look at this week's betting odds.

Collin Morikawa can take solace in not being the only person to refer to golf's oldest championship by its unofficial name. As he held the precious claret jug, he paid tribute to the spectators and said,