The Open to return to Carnoustie more than a decade after golf tournament last held at course

The Open will return to Carnoustie in 2029, more than a decade after it was last held at the Angus course.

The 157th Open will return to the Angus course for the ninth time in July 2029, marking the first Open tournament at the course since Francesco Molinari’s victory in 2018.

The tournament is returning to Scotland for the 155th Open at the Old Course at St Andrews in 2027, after being last held in Troon in 2024.

Mark Darbon, chief executive of The R&A, said: “Carnoustie is a world-class championship venue where some of golf’s greatest players have lifted the Claret Jug and the return of The Open to these famous links after more than a decade will give fans the opportunity to be part of another memorable chapter in the Championship’s history.

“We want to continue to deliver an outstanding experience for players, fans and our partners at one of the world’s great sporting events and so have worked closely in collaboration with Carnoustie to help ensure their plans to enhance the venue also support successful stagings of The Open in the years ahead.

“We are grateful to Carnoustie’s ownership and management, the Scottish Government and local authorities for their support in bringing The Open back to Angus and look forward to another memorable Championship in 2029.”.

First Minister John Swinney said: “The return of The Open to Carnoustie Golf Links in 2029 is tremendous news for Scotland.

“As the home of golf, we have a unique connection to this historic Championship and are proud to welcome it back to one of the sport’s most renowned venues.

“The Open generates significant benefits for our economy, supports jobs and tourism, and shines a global spotlight on Scotland’s people, places and outstanding golf offering.

“I congratulate everyone involved in bringing the Championship back to Carnoustie and look forward to welcoming visitors from around the world to Angus in 2029.”

Fans can register their interest in attending The 157th Open at Carnoustie now by visiting TheOpen.com