Matthew Jordan

Jordan became one of the stories of The 151st Open at his home course of Royal Liverpool, hitting the opening shot and then delighting the crowds by claiming a share of 10th place.

In 2022, Jordan made his Open debut at the Home of Golf five years after winning the St Andrews Links Trophy, one of the most prestigious titles in the amateur game.

He earned that maiden Open appearance by finishing third in Final Qualifying at St Annes Old Links. Twelve months later he again came through Final Qualifying, this time at West Lancashire, to earn a dream return to his home club, where he duly excelled.

Jordan's amateur career also included a Walker Cup cap in 2017 – Collin Morikawa and Will Zalatoris were on the American team, Zalatoris beating Jordan in the first day singles – and a nine-stroke victory at the Lytham Trophy the following season.

His best finish on the DP World Tour is a tie for third at the 2020 Wales Open, where he closed with a 66 to be three behind winner Romain Langasque.