2023 Open Championship: Power Rankings, Defending Champion, Prize Money, and Major Details

The Royal Liverpool Golf Club is hosting the last major of this year, the Open Championship from the 20th to the 23rd of July, 2023. This is the 13th time Royal Liverpool is going to host Open Championship, and 156 players have confirmed to participate in this most awaited major this year. This PGA Tour event also has a heavy purse this year, with a hefty winner’s payout.

Now, for this most coveted title, the best players with previous major titles and trophies would be competing against each other and would not miss a chance to leave their mark on the history of this tournament. Last year, LIV defector Cameron Smith, won the admiration of the audience by winning the major. Let’s see who’re the picks to win this year.

Which faces are likely to be seen in the 2023 Open Championship?

With a $16.5 million purse and a $3 million winner’s cut, the field and crowd is already buzzing with anticipation. As the date draws near, the guessing game of whose fate is scripted this year for the win is getting frequent. The golf world is getting eager to watch the golf rivalry, smart play, and calculated moves that the players would do in order to reach the zenith of the game. 

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But there are certain favorites to win this year. Thus, according to a report, the list is below is as follows:

1. Scottie Scheffler: He is currently the no. 1 in the world golf rankings. Scottie Scheffler won the 2023 Kaulig Companies Championship and also a major championship in 2022, the Masters Tournament. His chances to win are high, owing to his performance.
2. Jon Rahm: This Spanish mastermind has outstanding confidence in his swing. With his Masters win this year,  Jon Rahm,  and in 2021 he became the first Spanish golfer to win the US Open, he is on a career high and one of the most sort after golfers for a win.
3. Rory McIlroy: Rory McIlroy was the former No. 1 in the world rankings. And this Irish golfer has four major wins, the 2011 US Open, the 2012 PGA Championship, 2014 Open Championship, 2014 PGA Championship. Along with Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus, he is one of three players to have 4 majors by the age of 25. 
4. Brooks Koepka: This golfing legend has been the talk of the town this season. Brooks Koepka has been exceptional with his performance and has five majors in his name, including the 2023 PGA Championship. 
5. Cameron Smith: He is the previous year’s winner of the Open Championship and will also be showing his expertise this year on the field. He is the defending champion who’d be participating to claim the title again. 

The Royal Liverpool Golf Club: Ultimate test for this season

The Royal Liverpool Golf Club, identified as having an interesting yet challenging layout, caters perfectly to the last major of this year. This 72-par layout is a scene beauty itself, rewarding players who can swing their club with precision and putt the ball with strategy. Golf fans can expect a lot of drama and entertainment as the golfers struggle to hold their ground on this difficult course. 

This staple event of the PGA Tour has already got its craze to the peak, now it is to see what the upcoming day beholds. 

What’s your take on the power ranking of the Open Championship? Any suggestions will be appreciated in the comments.

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