The Open 2024: Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler Tee Off Together in Blockbuster Grouping
McIlroy and Scheffler paired at The Open 2024

The Open Championship 2024 is set to deliver fireworks from the very first round as golf's biggest stars prepare to battle it out at Royal Troon. The R&A has unveiled the highly anticipated tee times and groupings, with one pairing standing out above all others.

McIlroy and Scheffler: Golf's Power Duo

In what promises to be the marquee grouping of the opening rounds, world number two Rory McIlroy will play alongside current world number one Scottie Scheffler. The powerhouse duo, who have dominated discussions in golf throughout 2024, will be joined by rising star Xander Schauffele for their 1:48pm start on Thursday.

Tiger Woods Faces Early Challenge

Meanwhile, golf legend Tiger Woods has been handed a challenging 9:04am tee time on Thursday, paired with English hopeful Matthew Fitzpatrick and Australia's Adam Scott. The early start could prove testing for Woods, who continues his comeback following injury setbacks.

Defending Champion Returns

Brian Harman, last year's surprise champion at Royal Liverpool, begins his title defence alongside Tom Kim and Scotland's own Robert MacIntyre at 9:26am on Thursday. All eyes will be on whether the American can replicate his stunning 2023 performance.

Other Notable Groupings

  • Viktor Hovland, Hideki Matsuyama and Will Zalatoris (8:42am Thursday)
  • Jon Rahm, Justin Thomas and Bryson DeChambeau (1:26pm Thursday)
  • Collin Morikawa, Ludvig Åberg and Brooks Koepka (1:37pm Thursday)

With perfect weather forecast and the famous Postage Stamp hole waiting to test the world's best, The Open 2024 promises to be one of the most exciting championships in recent memory.