The Open Championship profiles: Player-by-player guide to the field at Birkdale including Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler

The 154th Open Championship is set to take place at Royal Birkdale from July 16-19, 2026, with Ben Coley of Sporting Life providing a player-by-player guide to the full field. Notable participants include Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, among the top contenders heading into the major. The preview offers detailed analysis of each player's form and suitability for the links conditions at Birkdale.