The top two golfers in the world are firmly in contention at The Open with Scheffler out in front entering another major championship weekend

Scottie Scheffler is more than just lurking now at the 152nd Open Championship, with his stellar play shining in the rain.

The first round of the 2025 Open Championship saw Royal Portrush giving the 156-player field all it could handle as ever-changing weather conditions allowed the Northern Ireland course to show off its strength against the best players in the world.

Another major championship means another opportunity for Scottie Scheffler, but success at the Open Championship and golf in general isn’t what fulfills the American.

Scottie Scheffler successfully navigated the adverse weather conditions to post an excellent first round at the Open Championship.

Scottie Scheffler is the No. 1 golfer in the world, but even he doesn't really understand the fuss. Just two days before the year's final major tees off, Scheffler admitted he doesn't understand "the point" of becoming the best golfer in the world - or an elite professional in any sport,