The 155th Open is played at St Andrews from 11 to 18 July 2027, with championship rounds from Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 July on the Old Course. It follows Ryan Fox’s first major at Royal Birkdale in 2026, where the New Zealander birdied the 72nd hole to finish 10 under and beat Cameron Young by one. The 2027 dates, the round-by-round schedule, how to watch, tickets and recent champions are below.
Key facts
| The 155th Open | Sunday 11 – Sunday 18 July 2027 (championship play Thursday 15 – Sunday 18 July) |
| Venue | The Old Course, St Andrews, Fife, Scotland |
| Champion Golfer of the Year | Ryan Fox (2026, Royal Birkdale, 10 under par) |
| Format | 72 holes stroke play, cut after 36 holes |
| Organiser | The R&A |
| 2028 | Royal Portrush was confirmed for 2025; future venues are announced by The R&A |
The Open 2027 schedule
Practice days precede four days of championship play on the Old Course.
| Day | Play |
|---|---|
| Sunday 11 – Wednesday 14 July 2027 | Practice days and the Celebration of Champions |
| Thursday 15 July | Round 1 |
| Friday 16 July | Round 2 (36-hole cut) |
| Saturday 17 July | Round 3 |
| Sunday 18 July | Final round; the Champion Golfer of the Year is crowned |
The Open 2026 result
The 154th Open was played at Royal Birkdale, Southport, from 16 to 19 July 2026. Ryan Fox birdied the final hole to finish on 10 under par, one shot clear of Cameron Young, for his first major championship and third PGA Tour win.
Recent champions
| Year | Champion | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Ryan Fox | Royal Birkdale |
| 2025 | Scottie Scheffler | Royal Portrush |
| 2024 | Xander Schauffele | Royal Troon |
| 2023 | Brian Harman | Royal Liverpool |
| 2022 | Cameron Smith | St Andrews |
How to watch
Tickets
Tickets for The Open are sold by The R&A through a ballot that opens the year before at TheOpen.com, with daily, weekly and hospitality options. Under-16s go free with a paying adult.
Frequently asked questions
When is The Open 2027?
The 155th Open is at St Andrews from 11 to 18 July 2027, with the four championship rounds from Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 July.
Who won The Open 2026?
Ryan Fox won the 154th Open at Royal Birkdale on 10 under par, one shot ahead of Cameron Young.
Where is The Open in 2027?
On the Old Course at St Andrews in Fife, Scotland, the home of golf.
How can I watch The Open?
In the UK, Sky Sports Golf shows all four days live with highlights on the BBC; in the US, coverage is on NBC, USA Network, Golf Channel and Peacock.
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