Scotty Schaeffler finished 17 under to win his 153rd Open Championship, his first open title, his second major and his fourth major. Schaeffler took a four-shot lead earlier in the day and kept it, beating Harris English by four.
Chris Gottap finished three weeks after winning the Scotland Open. The family’s favorite, Rory McIlroy, has finished the T-7.
Here are some of the highlights of the Sunday round:
Schaeffler wins the open championship
A victory putt.
This is one. pic.twitter.com/uzd6bhtknf
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The biggest walk in golf. pic.twitter.com/u1tlgmhc6f
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Champion Golfer of the Year. pic.twitter.com/oxijpbyoli
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Scotty maintains the lead
Scotty turns on.
This approach of 12 birdies and 13 has him at 17 under. pic.twitter.com/mqjc8ptjmk
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Gotterup stays with it
Stay in a competition.
A good approach sets up birdies and moves Gotterup to 11 under. pic.twitter.com/48ek6ghqho
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The former champion is over
This will never get old… I am so lucky and grateful for such an incredible support throughout the week. I’m happy that it ended at a high price. As usual, Portrush and @theopen It’s the best tournament in the world. ☘☘️ pic.twitter.com/5gqoppqkvd
– Shanelowry (@shanelowrygolf) July 20, 2025
Schaeffler still controls through the 9
Schaeffler has a five-shot lead midway through the final round of the Open Championship. He bouncing off a birdie on No. 9 after a double bogey on No. 8. Chris Gottap is currently second.
What a turning point
Never give up.
The final round of 64 means that Deccanbo will finish at 9 under. pic.twitter.com/fze29umrkt
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Bryson rises
After 78 in round 1, Bryson Deccanbeau is tied fifth. pic.twitter.com/rim6baaecz
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Schaeffler got off to a good start
The statement begins from Scotty. pic.twitter.com/eq34bc7lss
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The leader arrives
The leader has arrived at the Royal Portrush.@mercedesbenz | #PlayerArrivals pic.twitter.com/lrsve48rhb
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