The 157th Open Championship will return to Carnoustie Golf Links from July 15 to 22, 2029, The R&A announced.
Golf’s original championship heads back to the Angus links for the ninth time and the first since Francesco Molinari won the Claret Jug in 2018, Sky Sports reported. Mark Darbon, the chief executive of The R&A, noted the historic significance of the venue.
A venue steeped in history. The Open returns to Carnoustie in 2029. pic.twitter.com/S0whYVwf0m
Carnoustie is a world-class championship venue where some of golf’s greatest players have lifted the Claret Jug and the return of The Open to these famous links after more than a decade will give fans the opportunity to be part of another memorable chapter in the championship’s history.
Mark Darbon, the chief executive of The R&A
Carnoustie joins a rotation that includes the Old Course at St Andrews hosting in 2027 and Royal Lytham & St Annes hosting in 2028, The Scotsman reported. The tournament delivers an annual economic benefit of over £150 million to its host region, Rayo reported.
Carnoustie Golf Links has invested over £10 million into course improvements, hotel redevelopment, heritage preservation, and infrastructure since acquiring the golf course in 2023, Bunkered reported. Ross Blackadder, Chief Operating Officer at Carnoustie Golf Links, expressed pride in the selection.
I speak on behalf of everyone associated with Carnoustie Golf Links when I say we are beyond proud that this famous venue has been selected to host The 157th Open. This is one of the greatest honours in golf and reflects the standing of Carnoustie as a world-class championship venue.
Ross Blackadder, Chief Operating Officer at Carnoustie Golf Links
First Minister of Scotland John Swinney welcomed the announcement alongside VisitScotland Chief Executive Vicki Miller, Irish Golfer Magazine reported. Angus Council Leader George Meechan also highlighted the local partnership behind the return, Golf Business News reported.
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The R&A has announced that Carnoustie Golf Links will host the 2029 Open Championship. 🏴 pic.twitter.com/WYMtYwV9Pu