SportsLine's model simulated the 2025 British Open 10,000 times and revealed its PGA Tour golf picks for Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and others from Royal Portrush

Scottie Scheffler has cut a frustrated figure at the Scottish Open this week as his Open preparations have taken a hit. Scheffler became a three-time major champion by winning the PGA Championship

By skipping the John Deere Classic, Scheffler joins several top players opting for rest in the lead-up to The Open, one of the most demanding and prestigious events on the golf calendar. The Texas native remains a top contender in the FedExCup standings and has already locked in his place among the season’s standout performers.

Open Championship golfers and the British Open favorite to win ahead of the year's final major at Royal Portrush

Scottie Scheffler channelled Happy Gilmore at the Scottish Open and not in a good way. The three-time major winner had what appeared to be a simple putt for a birdie on the par four 13th. Instead,

The Scottish Open is in the books, which means it's time to turn our attention to the final men's golf major of the 2025 season, the British Open. Chris Gotteru

Facts and figures for the British Open: Event: 153rd Open Championship. Dates: July 17-20. Site: Royal Portrush GC. Length: 7,381 yards. Par: 71. Field: 156 players minimum. Playoff (if necessary): 4 holes, aggregate score. Prize money: TBA ($17 million in 2024).

SportsLine golf expert Eric Cohen just locked in his PGA Tour best bets for the 2025 Genesis Scottish Open at the Renaissance Club