Over 100,000 fans are expected at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick for the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, a co-sanctioned event by the PGA Tour and DP World Tour. World No.1 Scottie Scheffler headlines a field of 156 players that includes 16 major champions, such as Rory McIlroy and home favourite Bob MacIntyre. American Chris Gotterup defends his title after winning in 2025.
Star-Studded Field and Key Names
The tournament boasts a strong lineup with Scheffler and McIlroy as the primary attractions. MacIntyre, who won the event in 2024, will enjoy strong home support. All seven previous winners at The Renaissance Club are competing: Bernd Wiesberger (2019), Aaron Rai (2020), Min Woo Lee (2021), Xander Schauffele (2022), McIlroy (2023), MacIntyre (2024), and Gotterup (2025). Eleven of the 12 European Ryder Cup winners from Bethpage are in the field; Justin Rose is the only absentee, opting to prepare for the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
Tournament Details and Prize Fund
The Genesis Scottish Open runs from Thursday, July 9, to Sunday, July 12, with a Pro-Am on Wednesday, July 8. The total prize fund is $9 million, reflecting its Rolex Series status. The event is widely regarded as a key warm-up for the Open Championship, held the following week on similar links terrain.
Notable Talking Points
LIV Golf players Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton are in the field, marking Rahm’s first PGA Tour event since joining LIV in late 2023, though he has played DP World Tour events. The draw will be announced on Tuesday, with star groupings selected for TV coverage.
Scottish Contingent and Fan Experience
Six Scottish players are competing: Bob MacIntyre, Grant Forrest, Calum Hill, Ewan Ferguson, Connor Syme, and Scott Jamieson. Fans can watch live on Sky Sports Golf. General admission tickets are £60 for Thursday and £65 for Friday through Sunday; Pro-Am tickets are £40. The Stadium complex around the 15th hole and the signature fourth hole (formerly the 10th) offer prime viewing spots with views of the Firth of Forth. Saturday features a concert by band Toploader after play concludes.
Betting and Defending Champion
Scottie Scheffler is the bookmakers' favourite at 9/2 to win. Chris Gotterup, ranked world No.7, returns after his 2025 victory and a win at last weekend’s John Deere Classic.
