Players prepare for The Open Last-Chance Qualifier at Royal Birkdale
ESPN Golf • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 1:06 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Open Last-Chance Qualifier is set to take place in three days at Royal Birkdale, featuring 156 competitors vying for a spot in the 154th Open Championship. The final participant will be confirmed shortly before the tournament begins. This event allows golfers an opportunity to secure their entry into one of golf's marquee events. Anticipation builds as the qualifier date approaches, adding to the excitement leading up to the championship.
- •The Open Championship occurs at Royal Birkdale.
- •156 players will compete in the Last-Chance Qualifier.
- •The final competitor will be confirmed shortly before the event starts.
- •The qualifier is a last opportunity to enter the championship.
- 1:51 PMESPN Golf — The Open Last-Chance Qualifier -- What is it? When is it? Who is competing in it?
"There will be 156 players teeing off at the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale and the final competitor will only be confirmed three days before the competition gets underway.
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