Xander Schaufelle won the Open. But so, too, did the magic of links golf
In a thrilling conclusion to the 149th Open Championship, Xander Schauffele emerged victorious, besting a field of golf’s elite at St. Andrews. However, the true star of the weekend was the venerable Old Course, a masterpiece of links golf that tested the limits of the world’s best players. Its undulating fairways, unforgiving bunkers, and ever-present wind provided a stern challenge, but also showcased the unique charms and strategic nuances of the game’s birthplace.