THE OPEN: ROLEX TESTIMONEES SET THEIR SIGHTS ON VICTORY GOLF'S OLDEST CHAMPIONSHIP RETURNING TO ROYAL PORTRUSH FOR THE THIRD TIME

Founded in 1860, The Open has become a revered proving ground for the world's top golfers, shaping the sport's history with each edition. Mastering the oldest championship requires precision, resilience and an ability to navigate challenging links courses.

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As the concluding men's major of the year, The Open celebrates golf's heritage, embodying tradition, humility and integrity. Since 1981, Rolex has been the Championship's Official Timekeeper, and in 2018 became Premier Partner, thereby reinforcing its deep connection to the sport. The Open, golf's original championship, is played on a rotation of the finest links courses across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. These renowned venues offer exceptional quality and spectacular settings, testing the mettle of the world's leading golfers as they compete for the coveted Claret Jug, awarded to the Champion Golfer of the Year since 1872. Those seeking to etch their names into golf's annals must brave the elements, embrace the sport's challenges and uphold its enduring traditions. In 2025, The Open returns for the third time to Royal Portrush Golf Club in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Located on the rugged and picturesque north coast overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the rolling fairways, contoured greens and changeable weather conditions will challenge even the finest players. In 1951, Royal Portrush became the first venue outside Great Britain to host the m