Peter Uihlein adjusts to changes at Royal Birkdale ahead of The Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 8:19 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Peter Uihlein returned to Royal Birkdale, noticing significant changes since the 2017 Open Championship, including a new 241-yard par-3 on the 15th hole. The course has dried significantly due to recent hot weather, impacting play. Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka prepared at the venue after missing the cut at the Scottish Open. The final qualifying spot for The Open will be decided shortly, providing an opportunity for 12 players.
- •Uihlein last played Royal Birkdale nine years ago.
- •A new 241-yard par-3 hole has been introduced since 2017.
- •Royal Birkdale's turf is firmer and browner due to heat.
- •Scheffler and Koepka practiced after Scottish Open missed cut.
- •Final qualifier for The Open occurs at Royal Birkdale today.
- 8:19 PMYahoo Sports — Royal Birkdale is a different Open Championship test than it was in 2017
"Peter Uihlein was back at Royal Birkdale for the first time in nine years, and there were times late Sunday afternoon when he felt as though he was seeing the links course for the first time.
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