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Where is the 2025 Open Championship?
The Open Golf Championship 2025 will happen at the Royal Portrush Golf Club, on the Dunluce Links course, in Portrush, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. This place is well-known for its striking coastal views, historic surroundings, and tough layout. The signature holes of the British Open Championship Venue are:
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Hole 4, named "Fred Daly's," is a long, challenging par-4 that requires precision because of out-of-bounds areas and well-protected greens.
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Hole 5, "White Rocks," is a stunning downhill par-4 with sea views and key risk-reward choices.
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Hole 14, "Causeway," has an elevated green and deep bunkers that penalize poor second shots.
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Hole 15, "Skerries," offers a wide fairway but a tricky uphill green.
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The toughest hole is 16 which is called "Calamity Corner". It is a long par-3 that features a deep ravine on its left side. Hole 16 ranks among the most brutal holes in major championship golf often resulting in more bogeys than birdies.
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Hole 17, known as "Purgatory," tests players with a hidden tee shot and a tricky green approach.
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Hole 18, known as "Babington's," presents a tough final challenge. It has out-of-bounds on the left and deep sand traps that require accuracy when the stakes are high.
Sharp elevation changes, deep bunkers, and Atlantic winds will test every aspect of a player’s game. Wearing the right golf clothing will play a major role. Get polos that wick away sweat, hoodies made of fleece, and waterproof jackets. Don't forget hat or cap for rain, and gloves that work in any weather.
Open Championship 2025 Dates
The event will take place from July 17, 2025 to July 20, 2025. Here are the details of the British Open Golf 2025 dates:
1. Sunday – 13 July 2025 (Practice Day 1)
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Gates open at 9:00 AM.
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Players start their first practice rounds.
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Spectator Village is Open with food, merchandise, and family zones.
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Park and Ride opens at 8:00 AM.
2. Monday – 14 July 2025 (Practice Day 2)
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Gates open at 7:00 AM.
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Players practice tee shots, bunkers, and putting. PGA Coaching Zone is open to spectators.
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Park and Ride starts at 6:45 AM; last return is at 8:00 PM
3. Tuesday – 15 July 2025 (Practice Day 3)
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Gates open at 7:00 AM.
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This is the day for final approach practice and a short game. The Fan Zone and shops are open. This is the best day for autographs and photos.
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Park and Ride starts at 6:45 AM; last return is at 8:00 PM.
4. Wednesday – 16 July 2025 (Final Practice Day)
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Gates open at 7:00 AM.
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This day is for last-minute practice and strategy. Premium hospitality packages start (Scorers, Caddies, Engravers, Champions, Origins Suites).
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Park and Ride is available from 6:45 AM to 8:00 PM
5. Thursday – 17 July 2025 (Round 1)
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Gates open at 6:00 AM
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Play starts around 6:35 AM — all 156 players tee off.
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Spectator Village is Open with leaderboards, live commentary, and food courts.
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Champions and Engravers are also open.
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Park and Ride starts at 5:45 AM; last return is at 10:00 PM.
6. Friday – 18 July 2025 (Round 2: Cut Day)
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Gates open at 6:00 AM
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Play starts around 6:35 AM — only top 70 (plus ties) progress.
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Park and Ride is available from 5:45 AM to 10:00 PM
7. Saturday – 19 July 2025 (Round 3: Moving Day)
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Gates open at 7:00 AM
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Play starts around 8:00 AM; players tee off in reverse order of score.
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Players try to move up on the The Open Championship 2025 Golf Leaderboard before the final round.
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Live music, big screens, and food festivals are arranged in the Fan Village.
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Park and Ride starts at 6:45 AM; last return at 9:00 PM.
8. Sunday – 20 July 2025 (Final Round: Trophy Day)
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Gates open at 7:00 AM
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Play starts around 7:30–8:00 AM; leaders tee off last.
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The Claret Jug is presented on the 18th green after the final round.
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Park and Ride starts at 6:45 AM; last return at 9:00 PM.
Open Championship 2025 Tickets
Book your tournament tickets according to these categories.
1. General Admission (Daily Entry Ticket)
This is the basic entry ticket that gets you onto the course. No reserved seating but spectators can walk around the course, watch players and follow groups. Each day has a different price.
Prices for Adults:
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Sunday (13 July): £25
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Monday (14 July): £35
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Tuesday (15 July): £45
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Wednesday (16 July): £55
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Thursday (17 July): £100
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Friday (18 July): £110
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Saturday (19 July): £120
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Sunday (20 July - Final): £130
Prices for Youth (Age 16–24):
50% off adult price (available each day)
Prices for Juniors (Under 16):
Entry is free every day but you still need to apply for a ticket in advance (at £0 cost)
2. Ticket Plus
These are the same as General Admission but with added comforts and facilities. These include better viewing areas, covered seating, upgraded food, and beverage zones. Lounges and more space make it a more premium experience.
Prices for Adults:
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Wednesday: £130
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Thursday: £285
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Friday: £300
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Saturday: £325
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Sunday: £345
3. Hospitality Packages
These are the top-level, luxury experiences at The Open including reserved seating, gourmet dining, open bars, private lounges, and parking. Popular hospitality options are:
1. Scorers
It includes Bistro-style dining and lounge access with premium viewing areas. The parking pass is included. The package costs around £350 + VAT.
2. Caddies
Get a private balcony overlooking the 1st hole with grazing menu, full bar, and priority access throughout the venue. The parking pass is included. It costs around £1175 + VAT.
3. Engravers
It gives a fine dining experience near the 1st hole and Silver service sit-down meals. The offer is mostly available on Thursday and Saturday.
4. Champions, Origins Suites, Clubmakers
These are Ultra-VIP private lounges for exclusive services, meet and greet, private toilets, and top viewing areas. The package is available from Wednesday to Sunday.
Buy general admission, ticket plus, and hospitality tickets from the official website (theopen.com). The ticket ballot is now closed. Companies like The Experience Golf and Golfbreaks offer packages with tickets, accommodation, and transport.
The Open Championship 2025 Purse
The total purse is expected to be around $17 million or more. Each player gets a payout based on their final position, with the winner likely to get around $3.2 million.
In addition to the cash prize, the top amateur (who makes the cut) gets the Silver Medal. The winner also gets golf’s most famous trophy, the Claret Jug. This trophy is for one year and must be returned before the next tournament but the champion gets a small replica of the Claret Jug to keep.
The winner also gets a 5 year exemption on the PGA Tour, automatic membership to the DP World Tour, and 5 year invitations to the Masters, the U.S. Open, and the PGA Championship. The winner also gets entry into the next 10 Open Championships.
Source: Wikipedia–The Open Championship, NBC Sports Open Championship
The Open Championship 2025 Players
The event will have 156 players in the field including fully exempt players, those who qualified through the Open Qualifying Series (OQS), and others who made it through Final Qualifying events. Fully exempt players are automatically in based on world rankings, major wins and PGA or DP World Tour wins. These are Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Jon Rahm, Brooks Koepka Jordan Spieth, Collin Morikawa, Dustin Johnson, Justin Thomas, Cameron Smith, Matt Fitzpatrick, Tommy Fleetwood, Tony Finau, Viktor Hovland, Sam Burns, Jason Day, Padraig Harrington, Francesco Molinari, Louis Oosthuizen, Ernie Els, Phil Mickelson (if fit), and Bryson DeChambeau.
The OQS includes select global tour events that offer Open qualification. Players who qualified through this include Ryggs Johnston, Marco Penge, Curtis Luck, Patrick Reed, and Dylan Naidoo.
Final Qualifying was held on 2 July 2025 at four venues in the UK, each sending four players to The Open (a total of 16 players). Notable names include Graeme McDowell (former U.S. Open Champion), Brandon Robinson-Thompson, Daniel Brown, and Edoardo Molinari. Others are yet to be confirmed.
Each year, top amateur golfers also qualify for The Open. For 2025, Ethan Fang, Justin Hastings, and James Claridge have qualified. If they make the cut, the highest amateur will win the Silver Medal. Tiger Woods' entry is not confirmed yet and will be updated closer to the event. Will Zalatoris is still injured.
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How to Watch The Open Championship 2025?
In the UK, you can watch full daily coverage on Sky Sports Golf, including featured groups, Par‑3 holes, and full commentary. Stream it on mobile via the Sky Go or NOW app. For free highlights and replays, BBC iPlayer has short clips and summaries.
In the USA, Golf Channel and NBC Sports broadcast different rounds of the tournament, while the Peacock app has full streaming with featured holes and live action. The official site, TheOpen.com, and the R&A TV App offer free streaming worldwide, featuring live coverage of key groups, practice range footage, and live radio commentary.
Don’t forget to download The Open’s official app for real-time scores, featured group updates, and instant highlights.