British Open announces inaugural 12-for-1 playoff for final entry spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The R&A is introducing a 12-for-1 playoff tournament to determine the last entry into the British Open at Royal Birkdale on July 13. This Last-Chance Qualifier, occurring just days before the tournament begins, will feature 12 players vying for one coveted spot in the 154th Open Championship. The participants will be selected based on specified criteria, including rankings and recent performances. Currently, the Open field comprises 134 players, with 156 total spots available once the event starts.
- •Last-Chance Qualifier takes place on July 13 at Royal Birkdale.
- •12 players will compete for the final spot in the British Open.
- •Current field stands at 134 players, aiming for 156 total participants.
- •Qualification criteria include rankings and playoff results.
- •Playoff starts at 7:30 a.m. local time in England.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — British Open unveils Last-Chance Qualifier, a 12-for-1 playoff to determine final spot
"For the first time, the R&A is staging a 12-for-1, 18-hole tournament to decide the final entry into the British Open.
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