Robert MacIntyre returns to his home country this week as a conquering hero after winning the Scottish Open—not to mention, the Canadian Open—last year. But neither of those career-changing victories might have been possible if the lefty hadn't righted a bad choice he made a couple years ago.

J.J. Spaun stunned the golf world with his US Open victory last month, claiming his first major title at Oakmont. Spaun’s breakthrough season on the PGA Tour had already put him on the radar, though he did miss the cut at the Memorial Tournament just before heading to Oakmont.

SportsLine expert Eric Cohen reveals his top 2025 Genesis Scottish Open prop bets at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick

The 28-year-old Scot brings rare authenticity to a sport that desperately needs more personality, and his combination of grit, skill, and genuine emotion makes him the perfect candidate to become the first player to win consecutive Scottish Opens.

Scottie Scheffler may be the best golfer in the world right now, but at the Scottish Open, he’s not the local favourite. That honour goes to Robert MacIntyre, who grew up just a couple of hours away from The Renaissance Club and is back this week to defend his title,

Europe's Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald has addressed Robert MacIntyre's recent charge to make a second appearance in the event.

The PGA Tour's season continues across the pond this week in North Berwick, Scotland, home of the 2025 Genesis Scottish Open. Robert MacIntyre is the defending champion, and the field is loaded, featuring eight of the top 10 players in the world. The total purse for the 2025 Scottish Open is $9 million.

The PGA Tour and DP World Tour co-sanction Scotland’s national open, which will have a loaded field at the Renaissance Club.