The Open Championship Odds (2026)

The following post features The Open Championship Odds (2026).

The Open Championship Odds reflect how sportsbooks currently view each golfer’s chances of navigating Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England (Thursday, July 16 to Sunday, July 19, 2026).

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Related: The Masters Odds

As the PGA Tour season unfolds, these odds will shift based on tournament finishes, injury updates, and which players are positioning themselves as the favorites to win this season’s final major tournament.

So, how is The Open Championship (2026) shaping up? Here’s what you need to know.

The Open Championship Odds (2026)

Below is a table displaying the odds for The Open Championship (2026). Click here for the very latest odds (via OddsChecker).

Golfer Spotlights (1-10-2026)

Scottie Scheffler (+500)

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler enters as the clear favorite at +500 after a dominant 2025 season filled with PGA Tour victories and major contention. His elite ball-striking, pinpoint iron play, and top-tier Strokes Gained numbers make him a formidable force on any layout. Royal Birkdale—hosting its 11th Open with its classic links design, deep pot bunkers, undulating fairways, towering dunes, and unpredictable coastal winds—rewards precision, patience, and adaptability, qualities where Scheffler’s game shines brightest. If he carries his exceptional form into July 2026, Scheffler is poised to claim the Claret Jug and add The Open to his expanding major championship legacy.

Rory McIlroy (+800)

Rory McIlroy arrives at +800 riding high after securing the career Grand Slam with his 2025 Masters triumph. His prodigious driving distance, enhanced short game, and extensive major experience position him perfectly for links challenges. Royal Birkdale’s strategic, wind-swept layout, with its firm turf, gorse-lined hazards, and demand for creative shot-making, suits McIlroy’s all-around talent and flair. At 37, he rises to the occasion in high-stakes environments; a strong buildup through early 2026 events could see him finally lift the Claret Jug and solidify his status among golf’s immortals.

Jon Rahm (+1200)

Jon Rahm checks in at +1200 with his signature power and laser-like iron accuracy. A proven major winner, his 2025 delivered steady contention, and his track record on demanding links (including strong Open showings) aligns seamlessly with Royal Birkdale’s test of control, creativity, and resilience. The Spaniard’s intense competitiveness and focus on majors remain his edge; while putting can be the variable, when dialed in, he’s nearly unbeatable. Peak form heading into July 2026 could deliver Rahm his second Open title and another coveted major.

Tommy Fleetwood (+1500)

Tommy Fleetwood sits at +1500 as a proven links maestro with major breakthrough potential. His silky ball-striking, exceptional iron play, and natural affinity for windy, strategic conditions make him an ideal fit for Royal Birkdale’s classic English links. The Englishman’s history of strong Open performances and near-misses in majors adds extra intrigue; he thrives on courses that emphasize accuracy, touch, and composure. If Fleetwood builds momentum early in 2026, he could finally capture his first major at The Open and etch his name on the Claret Jug.

Bryson DeChambeau (+1600)

Bryson DeChambeau is priced at +1600 as a major-proven powerhouse with innovative flair. His 2025 featured solid major runs and ongoing advancements in distance and analytics. The LIV star’s booming tee shots can dominate longer holes, while his scientific mindset helps conquer Royal Birkdale’s thick rough, deep bunkers, and wind variables. Past Open performances showcase his ability to excel on tough links; with sharpened accuracy and short game early in 2026, DeChambeau could overpower the course and secure his first Claret Jug.

Xander Schauffele (+1800)

Xander Schauffele offers excellent value at +1800 with his standing as one of the game’s most reliable major performers. His precise irons, clutch putting, and strong Open record (including prior contention) match Royal Birkdale’s need for accuracy, adaptability, and poise under pressure. Despite any 2025 fluctuations, Schauffele consistently elevates in big events; refined prep and early 2026 momentum could lead to his first Open victory and a spot in the Claret Jug record books.

Ludvig Aberg (+2500)

Rising sensation Ludvig Aberg enters at +2500 with massive upside. His 2025 included eye-catching major contention and composure, highlighting long, straight drives and crisp irons that suit Royal Birkdale’s demanding fairways and greens. At just 26, Aberg’s well-rounded game has minimal flaws, and his experience is accelerating rapidly. The Swede’s pressure-handling ability sets him up for a potential breakout; a strong start to 2026 could see Aberg hoist the Claret Jug and emerge as a dominant force in majors.

Tyrrell Hatton (+2700)

Tyrrell Hatton comes in at +2700 with fiery competitiveness and links pedigree. His sharp iron play, creative short game, and comfort in windy, bumpy conditions make him a strong contender on Royal Birkdale’s traditional layout. Hatton’s history of excelling in The Open and other links events adds appeal; he performs when focus and touch align. If he channels his intensity into consistent form early in 2026, Hatton could deliver a breakthrough major triumph and claim the Claret Jug.

Viktor Hovland (+2800)

Viktor Hovland rounds out the group at +2800. His elite ball-striking and steadily improving short game align well with Royal Birkdale’s emphasis on tee-to-green precision and strategic play. The Norwegian’s 2025 flashed elite potential in majors; with added experience and maturity, a peak performance in July 2026 could surprise the field and deliver his first major title at The Open.

The Open Championship Winners (2016-Present)

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The Open Championship (2025)

The 2025 Open Championship saw Scottie Scheffler claim his first Claret Jug and fourth major title, winning by four strokes at 17-under 267. Scheffler dominated with four sub-70 rounds (68-64-67-68) at Royal Portrush, building a big lead early in the final round—stretching to seven shots before a double bogey at the par-4 eighth—then steadied with birdies on 9 and 12 for a calm 3-under 68 on a sunny Sunday. Harris English charged with a final-round 66 to take solo second at 13-under 271, while Chris Gotterup (on his 26th birthday) finished third at 12-under. Rory McIlroy, the local favorite fresh off his career Grand Slam, closed with a 69 to tie for seventh at 10-under after a costly double at the 10th. Played July 17–20 at Royal Portrush’s Dunluce Links amid calm winds and softened greens (yielding low scoring in round three), the 153rd edition drew record crowds of 280,000, with Scheffler becoming only the fourth player to win the Masters, PGA Championship, and The Open before age 30.