Huge boost for Fylde coast as The Open to be played at Royal Lytham and St Annes Golf Club in 2028
Open championship to return to Royal Lytham and St Annes for first time in 16 years
Royal Lytham and St Annes golf club will host the sport’s Open Championship in 2028.
It will be the 12th time in the history of the Championship that tournament has taken place at the course and the first time since 2012 when Ernie Els was the winner.
The hosting of the tournament will mean a massive boost for the Fylde economy.
Allan Oldfield, chief executive of Fylde Council, said: “Fylde Council, our partners and the whole Fylde coast are delighted that The Royal and Ancient has chosen to bring one of world's premier sporting events back to Royal Lytham and St Annes in 2028.
“We are ready to host what will be an exceptional experience for the players, the supporters and the Lancashire region with the hard work and determination to make the event a success already well underway.
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“Our aim is to help host the best Open Championship ever.”
Tim Walker, Chairman of Council at Royal Lytham and St Annes, said, “We are honoured to be chosen as the host venue for The 156th Open in 2028.
“The Club has a long and successful association with The Open, and we take great pride in our place within the Championship’s history. It is fitting that this announcement comes as we mark 100 years since Bobby Jones’ victory here in 1926 and the granting of our Royal status.
“We look forward to welcoming the world’s leading players, together with spectators and audiences from across the globe, to our links on England’s golf coast.”
Mark Darbon, Chief Executive of The R&A, said, “Royal Lytham & St Annes is widely renowned as one of the world’s finest links courses and has witnessed many great championship moments since The Open was first played there in 1926 when the legendary Bobby Jones won.
“This is one of golf’s most cherished and historic venues and The Open’s return to these famous links will spark huge interest among fans to be part of one of the world’s great sporting events and celebrate the rich traditions of golf’s original Championship.
“We are grateful to the members of Royal Lytham and St Annes and the local authorities for their support in making this happen.
“We look forward to enjoying another fantastic championship on England’s golf coast in 2028.”