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Groupings and tee times announced for The Open at Royal Birkdale

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 4:27 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Groupings and tee times announced for The Open at Royal Birkdale
Summary

The 154th Open will take place at Royal Birkdale in Southport, Merseyside, starting on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The opening tee shot will be struck by Royal Birkdale member Matthew Baldwin at 6:35 a.m. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler will begin his round at 9:58 a.m. alongside Bryson DeChambeau and Tyrrell Hatton, while Rory McIlroy tees off at 3:15 p.m. with Xander Schauffele and Matt Fitzpatrick. Viewers can watch the event live on Sky Sports Golf as the opening round unfolds.

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  • •Matthew Baldwin to hit the first tee shot at 6:35 a.m.
  • •Scottie Scheffler starts his round at 9:58 a.m.
  • •Rory McIlroy tees off with Schauffele at 3:15 p.m.
  • •The tournament begins on July 16, 2026.
  • •Live coverage available on Sky Sports Golf.
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Groupings and tee times for the opening round of The 154th Open, held at Royal Birkdale in Southport, Merseyside.

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