Royal Lytham & St Annes has been officially selected as the host venue for The Open in 2028, securing its place among golf’s most historic courses for the prestigious major championship. The announcement, reported by Sky Sports, confirms the Lancashire links will stage the event for the 12th time.
The decision means that Donald Trump’s Turnberry Golf Club will not host The Open in 2028, having been passed over for selection. Turnberry, a renowned course on Scotland‘s west coast, last hosted The Open in 2009, when Stewart Cink famously defeated Tom Watson in a playoff.
Royal Lytham’s return to The Open rota
The return of Royal Lytham & St Annes to The Open rota will be welcomed by golf fans and players alike. Known for its challenging links layout, deep bunkers, and demanding finish, the course has provided many memorable moments in the championship’s history. Its selection reaffirms its status as a premier venue for major championship golf.
The R&A, which organises The Open, has been steadily announcing future venues, with St Andrews set for 2025, Royal Portrush in 2026, and Royal Birkdale in 2027. The addition of Royal Lytham & St Annes for 2028 completes a strong lineup of traditional Open Championship courses for the coming years.
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Turnberry overlooked for the 2028 championship
The omission of Turnberry from the 2028 schedule continues its absence from The Open calendar. The Ailsa Course at Turnberry, owned by former US President Donald Trump, is widely regarded as one of the finest links courses in the world. However, despite its quality, the course has not hosted The Open since it was acquired by The Trump Organization in 2014.
The R&A had previously stated that it would not consider Turnberry for the foreseeable future following the January 6, 2021 events at the US Capitol, though no specific reasons for the 2028 decision were given in the latest reports. The focus now shifts to Royal Lytham & St Annes, which will undoubtedly provide a fitting stage for the 156th Open Championship.
Sources: www.skysports.com
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