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Just booked tickets for the final day of the open for fathers day. Will be the first time I have been to watch any live golf. Just after a bit of general advice really, from anyone that's been before, do's and don'ts. What to bother with, what not. Also booked the parking with them, really looking forward to it. What should I expect? Advice appreciated.

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Make sure you wear your best golf outfit, shoes n'all :thup:
 
Make sure you dress for the weather, also consider the course conditions is it wet under foot etc. If your happy to buy refreshments which can be expensive fine if not take some. Make sure you are clear about what you are allowed to take in.
 
selwood90 said:
Just booked tickets for the final day of the open for fathers day. Will be the first time I have been to watch any live golf. Just after a bit of general advice really, from anyone that's been before, do's and don'ts. What to bother with, what not. Also booked the parking with them, really looking forward to it. What should I expect? Advice appreciated.

Cheers
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Take your DMD or laser, helps to appreciate the shot they have on at the time.:thup:
 
Maninblack4612 said:
Go early, find a seat with a good view & stay there. Trying to move around on the last day will get progressively harder & harder. Either that or stay home & watch it on the television.
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Another "find a good seat for the day" advocate here.

Went to the BMW @ Wentworth a few years back. Got a good seat on the 18th on the Sunday, on the 16th the Saturday. Was great to see actual golf, not fighting for a good view on each hole following groups (as we tried on the Saturday morning).

Also, ask about costs of seating. On the 18th at Wentworth, there was an extra charge (£15 each?) for a seat in the grandstand on the Sunday.
 
Been to Open a couple of times, day 4 and day 2 and a couple of lesser tournaments. No right or wrong approach imo especially on your first visit, its all good. Whatever you feel like doing just do, I'd get along v early before it gets so busy but play is already on, easier to see some close up play without the crowds. Personally I'd mix and match - wander some of the holes to suss out the holes whilst following a group for 2 or 3 holes, tv doesn't do them justice, you need to stand next to pros teeing off at least once then sit and watch for a bit in stands too (they are not comfy seats however) - par 3's make good watching from an elevated position. Check out bars, takeaways, shops etc too.
Defo check out the practice area, you'll see loads more golf shots there than anywhere else.
I couldn't sit for 6 hours in one spot in a stand, would bore me to tears.
Sun hat, water, snacks, comfy trainers (not golf shoes), waterproof and plenty £££:p
 
I found it useful to get to know the course before going as a spectator.
Definately play it as least 4 times!!! LOL

Seriously though - go and walk around, get a feel for the place and routes and places to view from.
 
drive4show said:
Why not golf shoes?
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Just meant find the comfiest shoes you've got, you're on sandy links so you're not going to get wet feet or need the grip or rigidity a golf shoe offers, golf shoes dont tend to have much heel cushioning like a trainer either. Copy the caddies - they know what to wear for 'comfy'.:thup:
 
I actually think that spikeless golf shoes are the best option.
They have plenty of grip, are generally waterproof and are comfy enough to be worn for several hours a day covering quite a few miles.
 
I was a marshal at Muirfield in 2013 - what a fantastic week I had.

If going on the final day I would get there really early and visit the merchandise store. Then just have a wander to try and get a feel for the place. Try and find a good spot not too near the end initially or follow your favourites for a few holes.

As it reaches a climax, it is almost impossible to see what is going on. I watched Phil win it on the big screen with a few beers.

If you get a seat in a stand and leave the loo you might not get back to your seat.
 
If it's hot don't be tempted to wear flip-flops. Links courses can be hilly and difficult between holes.
If you get there early go to the practice green first and the driving range.
Get an order of play list so you know who is in each group.
Don't start at 1 and hope to catch the groups ahead up. Start at 18 and work backwards until you find a good spot. Usually at a green where the players then pass you as they leave. At an open with all 1st tee starts, this means all the groups have to come to you so you'll get to see all of them. Also by doing this you can arrive 3 hrs after the start and still get to see everyone.
...and, position yourself & plan for a quick escape. Is seeing the final hole/presentation etc really worth 2 extra hours in the car park afterwards?
Enjoy.
 
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