Practice Days

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.

You can secure your place, and witness the action for yourself, through our new ticket-inclusive accommodation and ticket-inclusive camping packages. Access to 'The Eve' on Wednesday is also available through The Open Experiences.

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. Twelve 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.

Ticket Ballot

The Ticket Ballot for The 154th Open is now closed - find out more about the next steps and timelines here.

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