The 2024 Open Championship is around the corner; it is fondly The Open or the British Open, which happens to be one of the world's most esteemed and traditional golf competitions. It was first conducted yearly at the Prestwick Golf Club in Scotland when it was founded in 1860. But since then, there have been several clubs where the Open Championship happened, such as Old St Andrew's Course, Prestwick Golf Club, etc., and this year, it will be the Royal Troon Golf Club.
Even though it follows a similar pattern as most of the PGA Tournaments, it is still quite different and unique in its own terms.
What is the format for the 2024 Open Championship
Here are basic details on the 2024 Open format that's been followed by the tournament and tournament officials for centuries; even though a few tweaks have been made, it's remained still the same overall.
Golfers on the green: 156 players
Basic Format for the Open: Stroke play over 72 holes. Play four days of 18 holes a day, weather permitting.
Date of Tournament: The tournament will begin the day before July's third Friday.
Events: Thursday through Sunday.
Tee timings: During the first two days, players are assigned to groups of three and are given one morning and one afternoon tee time, which is primarily determined by chance (with some organiser discretion). The final two days will be in groups of two, with leaders going out last and last place going first.
Cut: The top 70 players and ties advance to the last 36 holes after the first 36.
Playoff: In the event of a tie for the lead after 72 holes, there will be a three-hole aggregate playoff; if the lead remains tied, sudden death will take place.
The Open Championship Rules
The rules of the Open Championship are determined by the Open Championship committee and the R&A group, who are the sponsors of the tournament. This year, according to the Rules of Golf, as approved by R&A Rules Limited and the Local Rules approved by R&A Championships Limited (The R&A), stroke play will determine the winner of the 151st Open over four rounds of 18 holes.
If there is a tie after four rounds, the Open Championships Committee will decide how many holes to use for a playoff using stroke play to determine the victor. There will be 156 players on the starting pitch. The top 70 scores from the opening 36 holes and any tie for 70th place will advance to the third round on July 22 and the fourth round on July 23. The player's score will still be utilised to establish the cut mark if they withdraw before or after the third round draw and have posted a total score of two rounds that qualifies them for the third round. The top 70 places and ties will be determined using this information.
Players must always be responsible for the conduct of their caddies and shall guarantee that the caddies abide by the Terms insofar as they relate to the players. Players must ensure their caddies are dressed appropriately for The Open. Specifically, caddies must wear an Open-approved bib or overgarment, which the Open Championships Committee will provide. During official practice rounds and The Open, caddies will have to wear bibs or over-garments of this kind. The recommended footwear for caddies is smooth, rubber-soled athletic or basketball shoes. Shoes with closed toes are necessary. Open-toed sandals, flip-flops, and other footwear of a similar nature are prohibited. It is not permitted to use golf spikes.
FAQ's On The Open Championship Format
A. The final two days will be in groups of two, with leaders going out last and last place going first. Cut: the top 70 players and ties advance to the last 36 holes after the first 36. Playoff: In the event of a tie for the lead after 72 holes, a three-hole aggregate playoff will take place. Should the lead be tied, sudden death will take place.
A. In the Open Championship, there are four rounds.
A. The tournament's official name is The Open Championship, but since that's the same as the United States Open tournament, most people call it the British Open.
