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OPINION: R&A must choose legacy over divisiveness for the 2028 Open Championship

As Donald Trump arrives in Scotland today to visit his golf courses, more than 30,000 people across the UK are sending the organisers of the The Open Championship a message: don’t let the 2028 tournament drown in Trump’s brand of divisive politics which pit communities against one another.

The Open Championship is more than just a golf tournament; it's a cherished institution, a beacon of sportsmanship and tradition. As organisers, the R&A considers venues for The Open in 2028, a crucial decision looms, one that will define what this event is remembered for. Will it be a pure celebration of golf, or will it be overshadowed by political divisiveness and bad headlines?

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