Supported by the likes of Niall Horan and Gareth Bale, the R&A has launched a new learn to play initiative with a star-studded campaign and digital platform.
LIV Golf players remain in the field as the R&A announces Open Championship exemptions, but two breakaway tour players have been affected one rule change.
Sir Nick Faldo was among the high-profile names to praise the decision by St Andrews to remove the stonework patio leading at the Swilcan Bridge.