The Open 2025 is expected to be another exciting Links Golf Festival, driven by historical and world-class competitions.
Whether you’re attending an event in person or enjoying it at home, this guide covers everything you need to know, from TEE Times and TV coverage to travel tips, fan experiences and necessary rules.
This is your important guide to enjoy every moment that will be the best wine can competition in the world.
Where to play in Open 2025?
The 153rd Open Championship will be held at the Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland from 17 to 20 July 2025.
When will the opening 2025 start every day?
Estimated game time (BST):
- Thursday, July 17: 6:35 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday, July 18: 6:35 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday, July 19: 8 am – 7 pm
- Sunday, July 20: 8 am – 7 pm
How do I watch the 2025 Open on UK TV?
You can watch the public 2025 Live in the UK:
- Sky Sports Golf and Main Events – Exclusive live report from British TV
- BBC Sport & Iplayer – Highlights of the evening
How can I play Open 2025 in the UK?
- Sky – Sky subscribers can live stream their Sky GO app action
- Now TV – Non-Sky customers can live stream the action (available daily/monthly pass)
- Open applications and websites – Access video content, live rankings and featured holes
How do I watch the 2025 Open on US TV?
- NBC – Major American Radio, Weekend Reports and Last Round
- Golf Channel – NBC’s golf channel will play early coverage, practice rounds and highlights
How do I play Open 2025 in the United States?
- Peacock – NBC’s streaming service will live featured groups, holes and full coverage (requires monthly or annual subscriptions)
- Golf Channel App – Requires a TV provider login which includes a golf channel subscription
- Open applications and websites – Access video content, live rankings and featured holes
What is the opening hours of 2025 on the 1st day?
All four-day TEE times are not available yet, but will be updated at release.
Open on the 2nd day What is the opening hours in 2025?
All four-day TEE times are not available yet, but will be updated at release.
Day 3 Opening Time What is the 2025 kickoff time?
All four-day TEE times are not available yet, but will be updated at release.
What is the 2025 kickoff time when the 4th day opens?
All four-day TEE times are not available yet, but will be updated at release.
What does the Open App offer during the Champions?
- Real-time reports via R&A TV: Featured groups “Live in the Range”, Open Radio and Par-3 channels
- Real-time rankings: Rating, serving time, real-time text updates
- ShotView: Live shooting and ball flight tracking
- Push notifications: Lock screen widget with real-time updates and scores
- Personalized functions: Follow your favorite players, receive customized news and vote for golfers of the day
- On-demand content: Video Highlights, Podcasts and Features
How do I go to Royal Depict by car, train or bus?
- drive: It is recommended to offer designated parks and rides through the Open 2025 website and transfer to this course.
- By public transport (train and bus): Take the train to Portrush Station. From there, use local or designated R&A shuttle buses to the course. Translink shipping is available, but booking is recommended.
Can spectators re-enter the Royal Portrush golf course during the day?
If you collect wristbands when you exit and have to display your digital ticket and wristband when you return, you can re-enter the Royal Portrush Golf Club.
What projects are prohibited by public audiences?
- Ladder, crate, periscope, selfie stick
- Lawn, oversized, folding chair (except single stem shooting rod)
- Knife, bottle opener, weapon
- Fireworks, flares, lasers
- Air signal, loudspeaker, portable speaker
- Drone, kite
- Bicycle, skateboard, cycling (unless for liquidity purposes)
- Business, political or offensive signs or clothing
- Camera – Still allowed photography
- Extra large bag
- Pets (except for serving animals)
- Alcohol or glass bottle
Can I open my food and drinks?
Yes, you can bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages. A hydration station will be provided throughout the website. Please note that alcoholic beverages and glass containers are not allowed.
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