The Open Championship 2009: A week to go

In just over a week’s time the world’s finest golfers will gather at Turnberry for what promises to be one of the most exciting Open Championships in recent years.

It’s the first time The Open has returned to the famous Ayrshire links since 1994. There’s the added excitement of Padraig Harrington going for a hat-trick - even if he is strangely out of form.

With the week’s itinerary already emailed, and the cars already half packed, spirits in GM Towers are high – even if there’s not a spot for everyone! Where next?

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