The Open Live Stream Online
Officially named The Open Championship, and often referred to internationally as the British Open, this is the oldest major championship in the sport. First played in 1860 at Prestwick, The Open is the ultimate celebration of traditional links golf.
Stream the prestigious tournament live in HD from the UK's most historic coastal courses. For viewers in the Americas, this means setting your alarms for early morning streaming sessions to catch the world's best battle the elements for the title of "Champion Golfer of the Year."
The Challenge of Links Golf
American golf is often played through the air; links golf is played on the ground. The Open demands unparalleled creativity. Players must navigate sandy soil, deep revetted pot bunkers that force backwards shots, waist-high gorse bushes, and firm, rolling fairways.
The true defense of an Open Championship, however, is the weather. When streaming The Open, you will see players battle sideways rain, bone-chilling cold, and ferocious coastal winds off the sea. A sunny morning can turn into a torrential downpour by the afternoon, creating dramatic shifts in the leaderboard based solely on tee times.
The Open Rota & The Claret Jug
- The Open Rota: The tournament is exclusively played on a select group of coastal links courses in Scotland, England, and Northern Ireland. The most famous is the Old Course at St Andrews, widely considered the "Home of Golf." Other venues include Royal Troon, Royal Birkdale, Carnoustie, and Royal Portrush.
- The Claret Jug: Formally known as the Golf Champion Trophy, the Claret Jug is arguably the most iconic trophy in all of sports. The winner's name is engraved on the base before the trophy is even handed to them on the 18th green.
- The Champion Golfer of the Year: Unlike other majors where you win the tournament, the victor of The Open is officially announced as the "Champion Golfer of the Year," an honor steeped in 160+ years of prestige.
