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Opening storyline
The Open began at Royal Birkdale under clear conditions, and the biggest pre-round storyline centered on Scottie Scheffler’s bid to become the first back-to-back winner since 2008.
That framing matters because repeat winners at the Open are rare, which raises the stakes for both Scheffler and the rest of the field trying to stop him.
Qualifier drama
Reuters highlighted Joe Dean’s path into the championship through the first Last Chance Qualifier, a reminder that the event still creates opportunities for lesser-known players.
That type of qualifier adds unpredictability to the field and can shape early rounds by bringing in players with momentum and nothing to lose.
What to watch
With the tournament just underway, the main question is whether Scheffler can turn his status into another major title or whether Royal Birkdale will produce a surprise challenger.
Early rounds at the Open often reward patience and links-course control, so the winner is likely to emerge from the players who adapt fastest to changing wind and pressure.
