The Open Championship had a little bit of everything Thursday, from sunshine to rain, a breeze to strong gusts. And no surprise, it had Scottie Scheffler right in the mix.

It was a return six years in the making, and it was a return that perfectly encapsulated Rory McIlroy. Making the trek back to Royal Portrush for The Open Championship -- now as a career grand slam winner -- the Northern Irishman experienced a topsy-turvy day as the hard stuff came easy and the easy stuff came hard.

The second round of the Open Championship begins on Friday in Scotland, as Scottie Scheffler sits one shot off the lead after one day of play.

In pursuit of his second major of the year, former Texas Longhorns golfer Scottie Scheffler is one behind the leaders at the 153rd British Open.

Scottie Scheffler overcame wayward tee shots to finish three-under at the British Open, while home favourite Rory McIlroy ended his round one-under am

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

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.

It's Round 1 of the 2025 British Open golf tournament at Royal Portrush. Follow for live score updates and highlights, plus how to watch.

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,