In a recent announcement by the R&A, it has been confirmed that the Royal Birkdale will have the honour of hosting the 154th Open Championship in 2026.
This marks the eleventh occasion that this esteemed English course will host this significant event in the world of golf. As always, fans can expect to catch all the action of the best Golf on TV or Golf on stream.
A look back – The Open at Royal Birkdale
Royal Birkdale has a rich history with the Open Championship, having hosted it ten times before. The most recent Championship at Birkdale, which was broadcasted widely occurred in 2017. That year, the tournament saw American golfer Jordan Spieth emerge victorious after an intense competition with his fellow countryman Matt Kuchar.
Spieth’s performance, which fans around the world watched on TV and live streams, was filled with suspense and drama, particularly on the 13th hole. Despite the challenges, Spieth demonstrated exceptional skill and composure, finishing three shots clear of Kuchar – a feat that cemented his place in the annals of the Championship’s history.
The R&A chief executive’s perspective
Expressing his thoughts on the upcoming 2026 Championship, Martin Slumbers, the R&A Chief Executive, said, “Royal Birkdale is a world-class championship venue and its outstanding links will once again provide the world’s best men’s professional golfers with a tough but fair test of their talents and capabilities as they compete for the Claret Jug.”
Looking ahead, Slumbers added, “We look forward to another special occasion in three years and it will be fascinating to see which player will emerge to join a list of renowned Champion Golfers to have won at Royal Birkdale.”
Looking ahead – The Open Championship 2026
The 2026 Open is scheduled to take place from July 16-19 at Royal Birkdale. With memories of the thrilling 2017 Championship still fresh, anticipation is already building among both players and fans for what promises to be another landmark event in the history of the Open Championship. Fans around the globe will be able to watch Golf on TV today or stream the live action online.
Meanwhile, the build-up to the 2026 Open begins with the upcoming Championships slated for Royal Liverpool, Royal Troon and Royal Portrush in 2023, 2024, and 2025 respectively. Each of these venues carries its own unique charm and challenges, setting the stage for a series of exciting tournaments leading up to the 2026 event at Royal Birkdale.
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