British Open 2026 Tee Times & Pairings for Rory McIlroy, Scheffler and Top Stars in Rounds 1 & 2
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Key Points:
- The tee times and pairings for the first two rounds of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club were released, featuring notable groups including Rory McIlroy with Xander Schauffele and Matt Fitzpatrick, and Scottie Scheffler with Tyrrell Hatton and Bryson DeChambeau.
- Rory McIlroy aims for his first Open Championship win since 2014, having finished in the top 10 in recent years, despite only one win this season and limited starts; he expressed confidence in improving his game before the tournament.
- Scottie Scheffler, the current World No. 1 and defending British Open champion, has faced recent struggles with no wins since January and a missed cut at the Genesis Scottish Open, adding intrigue to his title defense.
- Other prominent pairings include Justin Thomas with Alex Noren and Jason Day, and Jordan Spieth with Tommy Fleetwood and Jon Rahm, setting the stage for a competitive championship.
