# British Open

Last year

2022

# Persona non Grata

LIV chief Greg Norman barred from British Open anniversary events

The 67-year-old Australian golf great won the competition in 1986 and 1993.

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Jul 9th 2022, 9:52 PM

# Claim

Jordan Spieth fears British Open at St Andrews could be 'too easy'

The American will be bidding for a second title to add to the one he won at Royal Birkdale near Liverpool five years ago.

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Jul 8th 2022, 8:32 AM

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# Review

Nordqvist wins British Open to claim third major, 13th-place finish for Maguire

The experienced 34-year-old shared the lead with playing partner Nanna Koerstz Madsen heading down the 18th, but a par was enough to secure victory.

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Aug 22nd 2021, 8:30 PM

# unfortunate

Former champion hits worst British Open round for 22 years

It was a day to forget for David Duval.

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Jul 18th 2019, 11:57 PM

# problems

Father time takes hold on tame Tiger Woods

The American captured the world’s attention by winning his 15th major at the Masters in April.

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Jul 18th 2019, 10:44 PM

# The Great Hunger

'The first day and a half was tough' - Mickelson after losing 15lbs in six-day fast ahead of Open

The 49-year-old says he only drank water and a ‘special coffee blend’ throughout the diet.

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Jul 16th 2019, 8:22 PM

# hoylake

The Open returning to venue where McIlroy lifted Claret Jug

Royal Liverpool will host the event in 2022, it has been announced today.

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Feb 26th 2019, 3:00 PM

# Eye of the tiger

Champion Spieth in three-way tie for the lead as Woods and McIlroy remain in Open contention

On a day of low scoring at Carnoustie, Tiger Woods set the clubhouse lead in a bid to win his first major in a decade.

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Jul 21st 2018, 8:25 PM

# Halfway stage

Confident McIlroy in contention as housemates Kisner and Johnson set British Open pace

Rory McIlroy is in a strong position at the British Open after shooting a second-round 69 on Friday.

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Jul 20th 2018, 9:44 PM

# Hope

McIlroy bids to end American dominance as Open returns to Carnoustie

The Holywood native is aiming to overcome a four-year drought without a major victory.

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Jul 19th 2018, 8:50 AM

# Ambition

Old devil-may-care attitude could reap major reward, says McIlroy

The 29-year-old’s last triumph in a major dates back to 2014.

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Jul 18th 2018, 3:42 PM

# The Open

Conquer our annual Open Championship tipping contest and win a The42 goody bag

On the tee from Ireland… The42 comment section!

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Jul 18th 2018, 11:51 AM

# Up and Running

In the mix! Strong start for Ireland's Leona Maguire at the Women's Open

The Cavan native carded three-under in the opening round, while Olivia Mehaffey is also in action at Kingsbarns.

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Aug 3rd 2017, 2:30 PM

# British Open

Spieth joint leader after first round of The Open as McIlroy bounces back with late rally

The Irish contingent are further down the leaderboard.

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Jul 20th 2017, 7:30 PM

# Open season

British Open back on agenda for Muirfield as golf club passes move to allow female members

The vote for change cleared the required two-thirds majority this time around.

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Mar 14th 2017, 2:20 PM

# Star In the Making

Leona Maguire completes memorable week by winning prestigious amateur award at the Open

The Cavan native continues to impress on the world stage.

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Jul 31st 2016, 10:37 PM

# challenging times

Stewart Cink to take indefinite break from golf to care for cancer-stricken wife

The American has described the news as being a ‘startling and unexpected revelation’.

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May 4th 2016, 9:34 PM

# back swinging

BBC apologises for sexist 'new kitchen' remark by golf commentator

The broadcaster has said that the comment was “inappropriate”.

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Jul 21st 2015, 8:46 PM

# grand job

Jordan Spieth is just 25/1 to win the Grand Slam - here's why it's VERY unlikely

History has not been kind on golfers who’ve won the first two Majors in a calendar year.

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Jun 22nd 2015, 4:30 PM

# rory slam

Rory McIlroy has a secret weapon to win next year's Masters

And it’s not a hoverboard.

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Jul 24th 2014, 5:31 PM

# Big bet

Rory McIlroy could make his dad much, much richer tomorrow

Gerry McIlroy could cash in on a long-standing bet.

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Jul 19th 2014, 9:54 PM

# problems

McIlroy soars with double eagle finish at Open

Torrential rain drenched the players as they arrived for third round action at Royal Liverpool.

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Jul 19th 2014, 3:00 PM

# route 66

Thank birdies it's Friday as Rory McIlroy leads The Open way

The Northern Irishman dropped a shot on the first but bounced back in luminous style.

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Jul 18th 2014, 7:30 PM

# off the charts

Wrong fairway on the first, eagle on the second as Sergio hunts Rory

The Spaniard recovered from a dreadful start to dispatch an eagle from way, way back.

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Jul 18th 2014, 3:17 PM

# Weather watch

The weather could be Rory McIlroy's best friend at the Open today

Adam Scott and Shane Lowry will both have to deal with some strong winds and rain in Hoylake this morning.

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Jul 18th 2014, 9:31 AM

# The Open 2014

It's Route 66 for Rory! McIlroy leads Open Championship after blistering start

McIlroy now hoping to avoid another “Freaky Friday” and continue his challenge for a third Major.

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Jul 17th 2014, 8:00 PM

# lefty's right

44-year-old Open champion Phil Mickelson believes his best is yet to come

Lefty is seeking his sixth Major win at Hoylake this week.

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Jul 15th 2014, 7:15 AM

# hoylake

Here are the groups and tee times for the first round of The Open

There’s an early start for Tiger Woods on Thursday while Rory McIlroy goes out with Hideki Matsuyama and Jordan Spieth.

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Jul 14th 2014, 2:16 PM

# second round slump

Ruffled McIlroy eager to shake Friday feeling ahead of British Open

The Northern Irishman shot a 64 on Thursday and a 78 the following afternoon.

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Jul 12th 2014, 12:09 PM

# Leftie

Phil Mickelson wins The Open with stunning round of 66

A brilliant Sunday of golf earns the American his first Claret Jug and fifth major.

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Jul 21st 2013, 5:59 PM

Just a 450-yard drive to within six foot of the hole at the Open

This, from Charl Schwartzel yesterday, was more than a little special.

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Jul 21st 2013, 12:36 PM

# Tiger Time?

Woods confident of Open success despite past failures

The 14-time Major winner has never come from behind to claim victory.

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Jul 21st 2013, 7:30 AM

# Say Cheese

5 images that sum up the wide variety of golf fans at the Open

Everything from fake tigers to Rickie Fowler look-a-likes were on display on Saturday.

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Jul 20th 2013, 11:59 PM

# Take a load off

Forget the hovercraft, a Skate Caddy is the next big thing in golf

The easiest way around a golf course we’ve ever seen.

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Jul 20th 2013, 9:52 PM

# Get in the hole

Westwood leads the Open as Tiger and Hunter stalk close behind

Lowry, Harrington and McDowell struggle but Clarke remains in touch.

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Jul 20th 2013, 8:57 PM

# The Open

Here are all the big-name golfers who missed the cut at the Open

Ten top-40 players are toast.

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Jul 20th 2013, 10:28 AM

# Muirfield

Hard-living Jimenez takes halfway lead at The Open

2011 champion Darren Clarke is once again carrying Ireland’s hopes as Rory McIlroy slumped to 12 over par.

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Jul 19th 2013, 9:09 PM

# Take a Bow

This incredible shot inspired 19-year-old Jordan Spieth to win the John Deere Classic

He is the first teenager to win a PGA Tour event since 1931.

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Jul 15th 2013, 10:49 AM

# Wave Goodbye

Els, Clarke, Harrington miss Scottish Open cut

Four former British Open champions in total have prematurely exited the competition.

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Jul 12th 2013, 9:10 PM

# Honour

Watson a prime candidate for Ryder Cup job

The eight-time major champion could be set to be awarded the coveted position, according to reports.

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Dec 12th 2012, 11:03 PM