2026 British Open: Tee times, groupings announced for Rounds 1-2

The 2026 British Open (The Open Championship) tee times and groupings for Rounds 1 and 2 have been announced, with Royal Birkdale hosting the event for the 11th time. Marquee groupings include world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler paired with Tyrrell Hatton and Bryson DeChambeau, while Rory McIlroy will play alongside Xander Schauffele and Matt Fitzpatrick. Scheffler, the reigning Champion Golfer of the Year, is seeking to become the first back-to-back Open winner since Padraig Harrington, who won his second consecutive title at Royal Birkdale in 2008.