The Open 2025 returns for what promises to be another exciting festival of links golf, fuelled by history and world-class competition.
Whether you’re attending the event in-person or enjoying the action from home, this guide covers everything you need to know from tee times and TV coverage to travel tips, fan experiences and must-know rules at the venue.
Here’s your essential guide for enjoying every moment of what is set to be a riveting 153rd Open with the world’s best fighting it out for the Claret Jug.
Where will The Open 2025 be played?
The 153rd Open Championship will be held at Royal Portrush Golf Club, Northern Ireland, from the 17th to 20th July 2025.
What time does The Open 2025 start each day?
Estimated hours of play (BST):
- Thursday 17 July: 6:35 am – 8:30 pm
- Friday 18 July: 6:35 am – 8:30 pm
- Saturday 19 July: 8 am – 7 pm
- Sunday 20 July: 8 am – 7 pm
How can I watch The Open 2025 on TV in the UK?
You can watch The Open 2025 live in the UK on:
- Sky Sports Golf & Main Event – UK TV exclusive live coverage
- BBC Sport & iPlayer – extended highlights in the evening
How can I live stream The Open 2025 in the UK?
- Sky Go – Sky subscribers can live stream the action from their Sky Go app
- NOW TV – non-Sky customers can live stream the action (day/month passes available)
- The Open app & website – access to video content, live leaderboard and featured holes
How can I watch The Open 2025 on TV in the US?
- NBC – Major US broadcast with weekend coverage and final rounds
- Golf Channel – NBC’s Golf Channel will air early-round coverage, practice rounds and highlights
How can I live stream The Open 2025 in the US?
- Peacock – NBC’s streaming service will live stream featured groups, holes and full coverage (monthly or annual subscription needed)
- Golf Channel app – requires a TV provider login that includes a Golf Channel subscription
- The Open app & website – access to video content, live leaderboard and featured holes
What are the tee times at The Open 2025 for Day 1?
Tee times for all four days are not yet available but will be updated when released.
What are the tee times at The Open 2025 for Day 2?
Tee times for all four days are not yet available but will be updated when released.
What are the tee times at The Open 2025 for Day 3?
Tee times for all four days are not yet available but will be updated when released.
What are the tee times at The Open 2025 for Day 4?
Tee times for all four days are not yet available but will be updated when released.
What does The Open app offer during the Championship?
- Live coverage via R&A TV: featured groups, “live at the range”, Open Radio and a Par-3 channel
- Real-time leaderboard: scoring, tee times, live text updates
- ShotView: live shot and ball flight tracking
- Push notifications: Lock-screen widget with live updates and scores
- Personalised features: follow favourite players, receive custom news and vote for Golfer of the Day
- On-demand content: Video highlights, podcasts and features
How do I get to Royal Portrush by car, train, or bus?
- By car: Use of designated Park & Ride sites available via The Open 2025 website is recommended, with transfer to the course available.
- By public transport (train & bus): Take the train to Portrush Station. From there, use local or designated R&A shuttle buses to the course. Translink transport will be available, but booking in advance is recommended.
Can spectators re-enter the Royal Portrush golf course during the day?
You can re-enter Royal Portrush Golf Club if you collect a wristband when exiting and must show your digital ticket and wristband upon return.
What items are prohibited for spectators at The Open?
- Ladders, crates, periscopes, selfie sticks
- Lawn, oversized, folding chairs (except single-stem shooting sticks)
- Knives, corkscrews, weapons
- Pyrotechnics, flares, lasers
- Air horns, megaphones, portable speakers
- Drones, kites
- Bikes, skateboards, ride-ons (unless for mobility purposes)
- Commercial, political or offensive signage or clothing
- Video cameras – still photography allowed
- Oversized bags
- Pets (except service animals)
- Alcohol or glass bottles
Can I bring my own food and drinks to The Open?
Yes, you can bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Water refill stations will be available across the site. Just note that alcoholic drinks and glass containers are not permitted.
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