The wait is over. British Open Starting Times for Royal Birkdale were released Wednesday and cover the entire 156-man field for Thursday and Friday’s opening two rounds of the 154th Open Championship.
The early tee sheet is stacked with must-watch groupings from the first hour of daylight. Players are grouped in threes under a split-tee schedule. All times below are Eastern Time (ET). Amateurs are marked (a). Groupings and times are subject to change.
Here is the complete list of British Open tee times for the opening rounds at Royal Birkdale.
British Open Starting Times
The British Open Starting Times at Royal Birkdale put several of the game’s biggest names in high-profile groups. Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau and Tyrrell Hatton share a late-morning tee time, while Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele and Matt Fitzpatrick headline one of the afternoon featured groups.
Fans following the Open Championship tee times will find the full 156-player field covered across the two-day split schedule. Check back for any updates to the Royal Birkdale starting times before the first round begins.
FAQ
When were the British Open Starting Times released?
Officials released the full tee sheet on Wednesday covering Thursday and Friday’s opening rounds.
What time zone are the British Open tee times listed in?
All times are Eastern Time (ET).
Are the British Open groupings in threes?
Yes. Players are grouped in threes for the opening two rounds.
Who are some of the featured groups at Royal Birkdale?
Notable groups include Scheffler-Hatton-DeChambeau and McIlroy-Schauffele-Fitzpatrick.
Are amateurs marked on the tee sheet?
Yes. Amateurs are indicated with (a).



