The prestigious 2026 British Open will be held at Royal Birkdale in Southport, England, the tournament organisers announced.

The Southport venue has hosted the British Open ten times, most recently in 2017, when Jordan Spieth won the Claret Jug.

Former Masters and US Open champion Jordan Spieth joined Peter Thomson, Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, and Padraig Harrington in winning the Open at Royal Birkdale with this victory.

R&A chief executive Martin Slumbers said: “Royal Birkdale is a world-class championship venue and its outstanding links will once again provide the world’s best men’s professional golfers with a tough but fair test of their talents and capabilities as they compete for the Claret Jug.

“It has produced many memorable moments that are woven into the story of this historic Championship, including a dramatic final round in 2017 when Jordan Spieth won for the first time.

“We look forward to another special occasion in three years.”

The 154th British Open, which will take place from July 16-19, 2026, is scheduled.

Next week, Royal Liverpool will host the British Open, followed by Royal Troon in 2024 and Royal Portrush in 2025.