Golf’s top-ranked player Scottie Scheffler has announced his participation in the Genesis Scottish Open, using the tournament as preparation for defending his title at The Open Championship.
The 29-year-old golfer is skipping this week’s Truist Championship before the PGA Championship, but has committed to competing in Scotland the week prior to the major championship.
“I always enjoy coming to the Genesis Scottish Open and taking on the challenge of links-style golf as part of an exciting couple of weeks in the UK,” Scheffler said. “The tournament always has a strong field and the Scottish fans help to make it a fun week.”
Last year’s Scottish Open saw Scheffler finish in a tie for eighth place, while Chris Gotterup claimed victory. World number two Rory McIlroy, who came up two strokes short of Gotterup alongside England’s Marco Penge in last year’s tournament, has also committed to this year’s competition. Scotland’s own Robert MacIntyre will round out the notable field.
The tournament runs from July 9-12 and carries dual sanctioning from both the DP World Tour and PGA Tour, offering valuable points for both the Race to Dubai and FedEx Cup standings.
Following the Scottish Open, The Open Championship will take place July 16-19 at Royal Birkdale, marking the year’s final major championship.
