Tammy Davenport+FollowStorm Halts The Open: Faldo & Xander StuckWild weather at Royal Portrush has thrown a wrench into The Open’s prep! Sir Nick Faldo, the three-time champ, was literally stranded by the thunderstorm, missing his media slot as the R&A sounded the horn. Meanwhile, defending champ Xander Schauffele and his LIV rivals are left waiting to hit the links. Rory made the smart call with an early tee time—classic McIlroy instincts. How do you think this weather chaos will shake up the rivalry and the leaderboard? #Sports #Golf #TheOpen00Share
Krystal Lopez+FollowWaring Out, Riley In: Open Shake-Up!Big news just days before The Open—Paul Waring has withdrawn, and Davis Riley steps in to fill his spot. With Ernie Els also out, the field is shifting, but the top dogs like Scottie Scheffler and Rory “The Ulsterman” McIlroy are still locked in. The real drama? The ongoing PGA vs. LIV rivalry heats up at Royal Portrush, and McIlroy’s chasing his second major of 2025. Who do you think will rise with these last-minute changes? #Sports #Golf #TheOpen20Share
Heather Garcia+FollowSchauffele Snubs $400M LIV Offer, Rory Urged to ChillBig news out of Royal Portrush! Xander Schauffele’s camp just revealed LIV Golf tried to lure him with a jaw-dropping $400M, but Team X stuck with the PGA, saying no amount could sway them. Meanwhile, King Rory returns home with major hype, but legends like Harrington and Trevino say he should lighten up and enjoy the ride. Will Rory handle the pressure and make history, or will the weight of expectation get to him? #Sports #Golf #TheOpen61Share
Heather Garcia+FollowRory vs. Scottie: Portrush Showdown LoomsGolf fans, get ready! The 2025 Open at Royal Portrush is shaping up to be a classic, with local hero Rory McIlroy eyeing a storybook win on home turf and World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler looking to spoil the party. With the Spidercam debuting over the 18th green and Xander Schauffele defending, this could be one for the ages. Who are you backing to lift the Claret Jug? #Sports #Golf #TheOpen00Share
Karen Pierce+FollowCan Schauffele Repeat at Portrush?With the 2025 Open heading back to Royal Portrush, all eyes are on X-Man (Xander Schauffele) after his big win at Troon. No one’s gone back-to-back since Harrington in '08—will Xander break the streak, or will another underdog like Harman shock us? The Open’s always full of surprises, especially with those wild Irish winds. Who’s your early pick for the Claret Jug? #Sports #Golf #TheOpen00Share
swall+FollowRory & Lowry: Friendly Fire at The Open?Is there a new dynamic brewing between Rory "Rors" McIlroy and Shane Lowry ahead of The Open at Royal Portrush? Rors just admitted that Lowry, the 2019 champ here, is now a role model for him—especially off the course. With both Irishmen eyeing glory on home turf, will their friendship fuel a rivalry, or does Lowry’s laid-back approach give him the edge? Either way, this major’s got a personal twist for both stars! #Sports #Golf #TheOpen00Share
Heather Garcia+FollowWesty’s Open Comeback: Portrush AwaitsLee Westwood, aka Westy, is back at The Open! After his LIV Golf move and a long major drought, the English legend punched his ticket to Royal Portrush with a clutch qualifying win at Dundonald Links—just 48 hours after teeing it up in Dallas. Despite dropping in the world rankings, Westy’s message to the DP World Tour is clear: he’s not looking back unless there’s real dialogue. Can the former world No. 1 finally claim the Claret Jug at one of his favorite links? #Sports #Golf #TheOpen00Share
Tammy Davenport+FollowRory & Lowry: From Rivals to Role ModelsAnyone else loving the bromance between Rory and Shane? King Rory just opened up about how Lowry’s approach to family life has changed his perspective, especially now that both are dads. While Rory’s chasing another Open win on home turf, he admits he looks up to Lowry’s ability to balance golf and fun off the course. Could this new mindset give Rory the edge at Royal Portrush? #Sports #Golf #TheOpen10Share
rmendoza+FollowBig Easy Bows Out Before The OpenJust as fans were gearing up to see the legendary Big Easy tee it up at Royal Portrush, Ernie Els has unexpectedly withdrawn from the 153rd Open. With no official reason from the R&A, speculation is swirling—was it form, fitness, or something else? Els, a two-time Open champ and four-time major winner, leaves a big gap, but Si Woo Kim now gets his shot. Can Kim make the most of this surprise opportunity? #Sports #Golf #TheOpen00Share
sarahgibson+FollowScheffler’s Subtle Flex Before The OpenWorld No. 1 Scottie “Ice Man” Scheffler just dropped a low-key warning to his PGA and LIV rivals ahead of The Open. Despite a lukewarm 1-under at the Scottish Open, Scheffler says he’s feeling more confident than ever—especially with his swing. Even after a frustrating front nine, he’s taking the positives and building momentum. Could this be a mind game before the showdown in Northern Ireland? #Sports #Golf #TheOpen20Share
