It was a return six years in the making, and it was a return that perfectly encapsulated Rory McIlroy. Making the trek back to Royal Portrush for The Open Championship -- now as a career grand slam winner -- the Northern Irishman experienced a topsy-turvy day as the hard stuff came easy and the easy stuff came hard.

After 18 holes at the 2025 British Open, eyes tend to go to to the top of the leaderboard but also the projected cutline.

T ony Finau was sailing along just fine until he stumbled with a bogey on the par-4 17th in the first round of the British Open at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland on Thursday. He is tied for 20th with a round of 1-under-par 70.

While Amen Corner in Augusta spans three holes, Royal Portrush's Calamity Corner is just one hole: No. 16 — a 236-yard par 3. The wind swept dunes and overgrown rough surrounding the green make this hole an absolute nightmare for those who miss the putting surface.

Kaewkanjana wasn’t there to make up the numbers, with the golf ace having enjoyed a stellar opening round on Thursday. He hit just one bogey throughout a strong three-under round of 68, including a stunning eagle on the par-four fifth early in his round.

The Open has had 28 different winners aged 38 or older all-time, the same number as the Masters and U.S. Open combined.

Scottie Scheffler successfully navigated the adverse weather conditions to post an excellent first round at the Open Championship.

The 153rd edition of the British Open is underway at Royal Portrush. Padraig Harrington of Ireland had the honor of the opening tee shot. That was a fitting choice.

Jon Rahm spoke to the media after flipping out on a fan who whistled in his backswing at the Open Championship at Royal Portrush.