Jordan Spieth and Justin Rose named honorary members at Royal Birkdale

Jordan Spieth and Justin Rose were named honorary members of Royal Birkdale ahead of the 154th British Open, with the announcement made on Tuesday, July 15, 2026. Rose's connection to the club dates back to the 1998 British Open, where as a 17-year-old he holed a 45-yard pitch shot on the final hole to finish tied fourth and win the Silver Medal as low amateur — the best finish for an amateur since 1953. Both players received a club tie to mark the occasion.