McIlroy, Scheffler, DeChambeau ready for British Open at Royal Birkdale

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

McIlroy, Scheffler, DeChambeau ready for British Open at Royal Birkdale

Summary

The 2026 British Open tees off on Thursday at Royal Birkdale, featuring top golfers such as Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, and Bryson DeChambeau. The first group will begin play at 1:35 a.m. Eastern Time, with the final group teeing off at 11:21 a.m. The tournament is the year's last major, drawing significant attention from the golf community. Notable tee times include the likes of Tommy Fleetwood and Justin Thomas among others, who will compete against a strong field.

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By the Numbers

•Tournament begins Thursday at Royal Birkdale.
•First group tees off at 1:35 a.m. Eastern Time.
•Final group, including McIlroy, starts at 11:21 a.m.
•Significant field includes Scheffler, Rahm, and DeChambeau.
•This is the final major of the golfing year.

Latest Updates

4:57 PMYahoo Sports — British Open tee times announced: McIlroy, Scheffler groups set
2:22 PMYahoo Sports — British Open tee times: McIlroy, Scheffler, DeChambeau prepare to take on Royal Birkdale

What they're saying

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The 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale begins with first-round action on Thursday, July 16. Here are the Round 1 tee times and featured groups.
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