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Tommy Fleetwood during a practice day at The 152nd Open at Royal Troon.

The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale

Practice Days

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Attend The 154th Open

Royal Birkdale will play host to world class golf, sporting entertainment and fan activities across eight days during The 154th Open.

In addition to the four Championship days from Thursday, 16 July to Sunday, 19 July, there will also be four new bespoke Practice Days fans can attend - each with their own unique offering. From a dramatic 12-player qualifying contest to short-form challenges testing the biggest names.

Learn more about each of these days below.

The Opening - Sunday 12 July

A celebration of summer and sport, Open-style.

  • Be the first to experience and explore the spectacular course at Royal Birkdale
  • Make the most of the off-course entertainment and facilities.
  • Enjoy world-class sport with a fan zone atmosphere, including Men’s Finals Day at Wimbledon and The Genesis Scottish Open final day.
The spectator village at The 152nd Open at Royal Portrush.

The Dream - Monday, 13 July

Just one dream, shared by the world's best.

  • Watch Last-Chance Qualifier, a dramatic 12-player contest that sees the final place at The 154th Open determined on the historic Southport links. 12 players, one dream. The stakes are high.
  • Be there as full field arrives on-site, all the with aim of lifting the Claret Jug at the end of the week.
Bryson DeChambeau during a preview day ahead of The 152nd Open at Royal Troon.

The Inspiration - Tuesday, 14 July

Where legends are made, history is written, and inspiration is ignited.

  • Enjoy Heroes Classic, an exciting new showcase event where a select number of Champion Golfers and special guests take part in a short-format challenge, putting their talents to the test.
  • Watch the leading players as they fine-tune their approach to this spectacular links golf test. This is the busiest day of practice.
Justin Thomas during a Preview Day at The 152nd Open at Royal Troon.

The Eve - Wednesday, 15 July

In just a few short hours, the ultimate test begins.

  • Watch the final day of preparation for all players, on the eve of their quest to lift the Claret Jug.
  • Enjoy the extra activities in our spectator village, including the broadcast of an Open Preview Show, as excitement builds ahead of the opening tee shot - and four days of world class golf at Royal Birkdale.
Rory McIlroy during a preview day at The 152nd Open at Royal Troon.
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