Open considering early start to avoid World Cup clash

The R&A's chief executive Mark Darbon says "we will attempt to avoid a clash" with the World Cup final with The Open finishing on the same day.

The Open Championship change planned as R&A fear major problem around World Cup

The Open Championship 2026 at Royal Birkdale falls on the same day as the World Cup final ...
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Open moves from traditional date to avoid clash with LA Olympics

The 2028 Open will be held away from the tournament’s regular slot in July to avoid a clash with the Los Angeles Olympics. The major has traditionally been held on the weekend containing the third ...
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Open could start earlier to avoid World Cup clash

Royal Birkdale will be hosting The Open for an 11th time - and first since 2017 The Open Championship's final round may be brought forward in an "attempt to avoid a clash" with the World Cup final ...