Golf's rich history is on full display at the picturesque Royal Portrush — Golfweek's No. 2 rated course in all of Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Explore Royal Portrush Golf Club in depth–learn five facts about its historic origins, Dunluce Links, Open legacy, renovations, and more.

Royal Portrush is not only open to visitors, but its yearly membership dues are what the average American golfer spends on public tee times.

When the Royal Portrush Golf Club was founded, it was called simply “the Country Club.” Starting in 1892, the club was renamed “the Royal Country Club,” and in 1895, it became the “Royal Portrush Country Club.” The changing names have to do with the British royal family, and the history of royal golf clubs.

PGA Tour pro Wyndham Clark remained tight-lipped at The Open after getting suspended from Oakmont Country Club.

"It's like you're telling stories over a beer, reflecting on the day at the pub. There's an intimacy and loyalty."

Shane Lowry says he would like the Open to return to Royal Portrush "next year" after an "incredible" week of support.

Temper again got the best of Sergio Garcia. On Royal Portrush’s par-5 second, the Spaniard sent his tee shot soaring to the left. The swing was barely completed when the former Masters champ recoiled,