The USGA has co-opted the expression “golf’s longest day,” attaching to the Monday prior to U.S. Open week when it conducts 10 Final Qualifying events. In reality, the R&A has a rightful claim to the title in reference to the first and second rounds of the Open Championship (aka the British Open).

The Open returns to Royal Portrush next week, six years on from the last time the major was held at the iconic golf club. The Dunluce Links Course is going to prove to be a tough test for the