Scottie Scheffler is using his spare time to prepare for his title defense at The Open Championship, which begins on July 16, 2026, at Royal Liverpool Golf Club. The world No. 1 golfer won his first major at the 2022 Masters and is seeking to add another Claret Jug to his collection.
Scheffler has been practicing at home in Dallas, focusing on his short game and putting, which have been inconsistent this season. He has two wins in 2026, including the Arnold Palmer Invitational and the Memorial Tournament, but has struggled in recent majors.
βIβm just trying to get ready for a tough test,β Scheffler said in a recent interview. βThe Open is always a challenge, especially with the weather and the links style. Iβm excited to defend my title.β
The 2026 Open Championship marks the first time the tournament has been held at Royal Liverpool since 2023, when Scheffler won by two strokes. The course has been modified since then, with new bunkers and tees added to increase difficulty.
