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Backspin: His year was slowed by a rib injury that kept him out for two months. Padraig Harrington (2007-08), Tiger Woods (2005-06) and Tom Watson (1982-83) are the only back-to-back Open champions the last 50 years.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler was a fountain of introspection Tuesday at his news conference entering the 2025 British Open, calling golf "an unsatisfying venture" and admitting that he often wrestles with motivation.
One would imagine three-time major champion Scottie Scheffler would be desperate to continue American domination of the British Open and lift the Claret Jug for the first time this week at Royal Portrush.
The world No. 1 gave one of the most revealing answers during his press conference on Tuesday in what turned into a therapy session of sorts for him.
Xander Schauffele will look to defend his British Open title against a field led by Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler when the 153rd Open Championship begins at Royal Portrush on Thursday.
PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland (AP) — How well do you know British Open history? Try this quiz: b.) He was penalized two shots in the final round for being late to the first tee b.) Christy O’Connor Jr.