The Open Championship is to return to Carnoustie for the first time in 11 years in 2029.

The staging of the 157th Open over the famous Angus links continues The R&A’s partnership with the Scottish Government and VisitScotland where their investment in the Championship will drive tourism and showcase Scotland as a world-class stage for major events, as well as delivering significant economic and social benefits to the country and host region.

According to an economic impact study conducted by Sheffield Hallam University’s Sport Industry Research Centre (SIRC), the last time the Open was staged in Scotland at Royal Troon in 2024, Ayrshire alone received a £43.8 million injection of new money as tens of thousands of visitors travelled to the region to attend the Championship.

Mark Darbon, chief executive of The R&A, said: “We want to continue to deliver an outstanding experience for players, fans and our partners at one of the world’s great sporting events and so have worked closely in collaboration with Carnoustie to help ensure their plans to enhance the venue also support successful stagings of The Open in the years ahead.

“We are grateful to Carnoustie’s ownership and management, the Scottish Government and local authorities for their support in bringing The Open back to Angus and look forward to another memorable Championship in 2029.”

First Minister John Swinney said, “The return of The Open to Carnoustie Golf Links in 2029 is tremendous news for Scotland. As the home of golf, we have a unique connection to this historic championship and are proud to welcome it back to one of the sport’s most renowned venues.

“The Open generates significant benefits for our economy, supports jobs and tourism and shines a global spotlight on Scotland’s people, places and outstanding golf offering. I congratulate everyone involved in bringing the championship back to Carnoustie and look forward to welcoming visitors from around the world to Angus in 2029.”

Francesco Molinari became the first Italian golfer to win a Major when he lifted the Claret Jug at Carnoustie in 2018.