Scottie Scheffler ranks first among 156 players at British Open 2026
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 7:52 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The 2026 British Open takes place at Royal Birkdale, featuring a redesigned course that poses unique challenges for players. Scottie Scheffler, the reigning champion, leads the rankings, followed closely by Matt Fitzpatrick and Tommy Fleetwood. Notable course changes include a new layout for several holes and increased emphasis on accuracy over length. The tournament's opening rounds are affected by anticipated mild winds and warm temperatures, affecting play strategies. Players will adjust their games to navigate Birkdale's demands and conditions throughout the championship week.
- •Royal Birkdale hosts the British Open for the first time since 2017.
- •Changes to all 18 holes include new designs and altered greens.
- •Scheffler ranks first, followed by Fitzpatrick and Fleetwood in player evaluations.
- •Weather forecast predicts mild winds and warm conditions for the tournament.
- •Accuracy in play will be crucial due to firmer greens.
- 5:45 PMCBS Sports — 2026 Open field: Ranking top players from 1-26 at Royal Birkdale; where does Scottie Scheffler fall?
- 4:52 AMYahoo Sports — Ranking the field for the 154th Open: Full list of all 156 players at Royal Birkdale
- 7:52 PMYahoo Sports — British Open 2026: Ranking all 156 players in field at Royal Birkdale
"Who are the top contenders for the 2026 Open Championship? We rank all 156 players in the field at Royal Birkdale, breaking down favorites, sleepers, and long shots.
"As The Open heads to a new-look Royal Birkdale this week, it's time to rank Scottie Scheffler and the rest of the field for the year's final major.
"A field of 156 men descends upon Royal Birkdale for the first time since 2017, but projecting a winner may not be that easy
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External links- CBS SportsJul 14, 2026, 5:45 PM2026 Open field: Ranking top players from 1-26 at Royal Birkdale; where does Scottie Scheffler fall?
A field of 156 men descends upon Royal Birkdale for the first time since 2017, but projecting a winner may not be that easy
- Yahoo SportsJul 14, 2026, 4:52 AMRanking the field for the 154th Open: Full list of all 156 players at Royal Birkdale
Who are the top contenders for the 2026 Open Championship? We rank all 156 players in the field at Royal Birkdale, breaking down favorites, sleepers, and long shots.
- Yahoo SportsJul 12, 2026, 7:52 PMBritish Open 2026: Ranking all 156 players in field at Royal Birkdale
As The Open heads to a new-look Royal Birkdale this week, it's time to rank Scottie Scheffler and the rest of the field for the year's final major.
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