Erskine, the club’s then-secretary of 35 years—who many credit with bringing the Open to Portrush—was waiting for a defining moment. Some visual cue from the universe to signify the accomplishment that Portrush, after decades of political turmoil on the island of Ireland before a peace in 1998, had enticed the R&A back to this part of the world.

Open Championship is less than 24 hours from teeing off. Here is a look at past winners and how to watch this year's tournament.

Shane Lowry delivered among the most epic wins in Irish golf history. At Portrush 10 years later, he did it again. Now? He's chasing a third act.

Missing the cut at the past two majors hasn't dimmed Shane Lowry's confidence as the Irishman returns to the scene of his greatest triumph this week.

All eyes understandably will be on Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy while the opening tee shot will be taken by none other than two-time champion Padraig Harrington. Also in the field is golfing legend and Portrush member Darren Clarke, while Tom McKibbin offers plenty of intrigue.

An epic major year that’s seen one of the greatest of this generation complete the Grand Slam, the best golfer in the world add ano

Shane Lowry said ahead of the Open Championship on Monday that feeling pangs of self-doubt before big events isn't always a bad thing.

Shane Lowry showed his sense of humor during his press conference ahead of The Open Championship, reducing reporters to laughter with joke as he previewed the tournament