This week’s Genesis Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick carries significant weight, thanks to its fourth year of co-sanctioning by both the PGA Tour and the DP World Tour. With a $9 million purse, including a $1.62 million winner’s share, orchestration between the tours allows players to earn both FedEx Cup and Race to Dubai points.
The field is stacked, featuring eight of the world’s top 10, including Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, and defending champion Robert MacIntyre. This partnership highlights the growing alliance between the two tours and strengthens Northern hemisphere summer golf.
High-Profile Entrants and Star Power
This all-star lineup boasts major champions and Ryder Cup veterans alongside rising stars. Rory McIlroy headlines the field as Race to Dubai leader, while Scheffler currently tops the global FedEx rankings. North Berwick’s unique course fits an engaging test between traditional links and modern design, making it a favorite among both spectators and pros.
LPGA’s First Major of the Summer in France
Simultaneously, attention shifts across the Channel to the Amundi Evian Championship at Evian Resort Golf Club in France. As one of five LPGA majors, it brings together 132 of the world’s top female golfers, including past champions and rising stars, for a $8 million purse. This marks the LPGA’s fourth major this year and the final event in its three-week European swing.
A Strategic European Swing
The joint PGA and European Tour presence in Scotland and the LPGA’s return to France reflect a larger trend: golf’s top tours are expanding their global cooperation. Shared event weeks, mutual points, and co-sanctioned schedules benefit both players and fans. The Scottish Open serves as a critical lead-in to The Open Championship at Portrush, while the Evian Championship kicks off the women’s major season in Europe.
What to Watch
At North Berwick, all eyes are on whether McIlroy or Scheffler can carry momentum into next week’s Open. Links pedigree will be tested on challenging greens and shifting coastal winds. In France, Evian offers a showcase for women’s golf talent, the picturesque alpine setting providing a scenic stage for its first summer major.
