The Northern Ireland emerald gem is one of the best golf courses in the world, but also an ideal place for The Open Championship. PGA of America Golf Professional Brendon Elliott explains why.

It is the first time in major championship history that five or more men, each playing under different flags, were tied for the lead.

Shane Lowry opened his campaign at the 153rd Open Championship with a steady one‑under‑par 70 in the first round, navigating Royal Portrush’s tricky links with minimal drama. In round two, he is one-under par through 14 to sit at two‑under overall.