How to play at every The Open golf course including a cheap gem in Scotland
The prestigious event dates back to 1860 when eight golfers first contested the title at Prestwick. Willie Park senior emerged as the inaugural champion after three rounds of 12 holes, claiming the Championship Belt.
The iconic Claret Jug itself was not introduced until 1872. Though the tournament has evolved dramatically since its early days, The Open remains the premier competition in the sport.
Always played on traditional links courses by the seaside, its unique character and legendary champions set it apart from the other three majors, Scottish Daily Express reports.
This year, The Open returns to Royal Portrush's Old Course for the third time. American Xander Schauffele defends the title he claimed with a commanding performance at Royal Troon last year.
One of The Open's most distinctive features is the accessibility of its courses. Unlike Augusta National, which hosts the Masters for a select few, or the US Open, often held at exclusive country clubs, most of the courses on The Open rota welcome visitors, with some even being public courses.
In total, fourteen courses have hosted The Open, with the Old Course at St Andrews leading the way, having held the championship on a record 30 occasions. Here's how you can follow in the footsteps of legends and play The Open courses.
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