The R&A has confirmed that The 156th Open Championship will be staged at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in 2028, marking the return of one of golf’s most historic venues to the rota for the first time since 2012.
The Scotsman produced one of the most memorable moments in recent tournament history when he claimed victory in 2024 at The Renaissance Club. A dramatic birdie on the final hole secured his maiden Rolex Series title and saw him become the first Scot since Colin Montgomerie in 1999 to lift the famous quaich. Backed by a passionate home crowd, it was a defining moment in his career and one he now has the chance to build upon.
MacIntyre has continued his upward trajectory since that breakthrough success. The World Number 12 added another victory on home soil at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in 2025 and played a key role in Team Europe’s Ryder Cup triumph alongside players such as Rory McIlroy. His form has carried into the 2026 season, with strong performances on the PGA TOUR including a runner up finish at the Valero Texas Open and top finishes at the Sony Open in Hawaii and The Players Championship.
The 2026 edition is expected to deliver another elite field as the tournament continues to play a key role in the Race to Dubai. Defending champion Chris Gotterup is set to return after securing his maiden Scottish Open title in 2025 with an impressive 15 under par total. He held off strong competition from McIlroy and Marco Penge, who both finished at 13 under in a tightly contested leaderboard.
Recent editions have consistently attracted many of the biggest names in the sport. Players such as Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, Justin Thomas and Viktor Hovland have all featured, underlining the strength and depth of the field. With eight of the world’s top ten competing in 2025, expectations are high for another star-studded line up in 2026.
With MacIntyre chasing more history on home soil and a talented field set to challenge once again, the Genesis Scottish Open continues to stand out as one of the most significant events of the golfing calendar.
For those looking to experience the action in premium surroundings, Eventmasters are offering official hospitality packages for the 2026 tournament. The Green on 18 package provides a prime vantage point overlooking the iconic finishing hole at The Renaissance Club, with access to a private greenside terrace. Guests can enjoy a full day of hospitality including a three-course lunch, afternoon tea and a complimentary bar, making it an ideal setting for both corporate entertainment and social occasions. Find out more here.
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The Englishman had looked in control for much of the final round after taking a three-shot lead into Sunday, and briefly extended that advantage early on with a strong start that suggested he might pull clear. But as so often in elite-level golf, momentum proved fragile under pressure.
Scheffler, relentless as ever down the stretch, clawed his way back into contention with late birdies, applying sustained pressure as Fitzpatrick began to wobble coming home. A bogey at the final hole dropped the Yorkshireman back into a share of the lead at 18 under, setting up a sudden-death play-off.
Returning to the 18th, Fitzpatrick delivered when it mattered most. While Scheffler found trouble short of the green, the Englishman fired his approach to around 12 feet before rolling in the decisive birdie putt to seal victory and add another PGA Tour title to his growing CV.
It was another high-quality finish in a week that once again underlined how fine the margins are at the very top of the game following Rory McIlroy’s win at Augusta with Scottie Scheffler having to settle for second for consecutive weeks.
With the season now building towards a packed summer of marquee events, attention turns to some of the biggest tournaments on both the DP World Tour and European soil.
For those looking to enjoy elite tournament golf in style, Eventmasters offers official Golf hospitality packages at some of the most prestigious events on the calendar:
British Masters – A standout stop on the DP World Tour, combining top-class competition with premium viewing and relaxed hospitality in a strong championship setting.
Irish Open – One of the most atmospheric events in golf, where passionate crowds and dramatic finishes make for an unforgettable experience.
Scottish Open – A key week ahead of The Open Championship, attracting world-class fields and played on some of the finest links and parkland courses in the game.
BMW PGA Championship – The flagship DP World Tour event at Wentworth, delivering elite fields, iconic surroundings, and one of the best hospitality experiences in European golf.
From the intensity of PGA Tour play-offs to the prestige of Europe’s biggest tournaments, the 2026 golf calendar promises drama throughout, and Eventmasters hospitality ensures fans can enjoy it all in comfort and style. Find the perfect package for you here.
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