British Open creates new pathway for LIV golfers to qualify
The R&A announced Monday that it has created a new pathway for LIV golfers to qualify for the British Open, the season's final major championship. The leading player among the top 5 of the LIV standings who isn't already exempt after the LIV Dallas tournament, which takes place June 27-29, will receive an invitation to play at the British Open, which this year is July 17-20 at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland.
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