From an out-of-sorts Scheffler to caddie nuptials: what to look out for at 2026 Open
The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale features high-stakes storylines, including Scottie Scheffler's title defense and Rory McIlroy's pursuit of a second major title. Scheffler enters the tournament following a rare missed cut at the Scottish Open.
Scottie Scheffler, the defending Open champion, plays out of a bunker during a practice round at Royal Birkdale. Photograph: Stuart Franklin/R&A/Getty Images Scottie Scheffler, the defending Open champion, plays out of a bunker during a practice round at Royal Birkdale. Photograph: Stuart Franklin/R&A/Getty Images The Open From an out-of-sorts Scheffler to caddie nuptials: what to look out for at 2026 Open The 154th Open starts at Royal Birkdale on Thursday with a host of compelling storylines to follow
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