Staff WriterIf you’ve ever dreamed of taking on Royal Portrush without the wind whipping your face or a gallery watching your slice turn into a county-wide detour, Toptracer is giving you your shot.
The world’s leading range technology provider—and official ball tracking partner of The Open—has added the 2025 Championship venue to its virtual roster, letting players across the globe tee it up at one of golf’s most hallowed battlegrounds.
That’s right, Toptracer has flung open the virtual gates of Royal Portrush, arguably the finest strip of linksland outside of a whisky-fuelled fantasy, and invited anyone with a swing and a screen to step inside.
“It’s a privilege to offer the host venue of The 153rd Open and one of the most heralded and unique layouts in the world to our golf community,” said Scott Blevins, general manager of Toptracer.
“We believe that every golfer—no matter where they are in the world—should have the chance to experience this iconic venue to take their own part in this major championship.”
Portrush, set to host the 153rd Open Championship in July, is revered for its teeth—natural dunes, windswept fairways, and greens with all the forgiveness of a bouncer at closing time.
And now, thanks to Toptracer, it’s accessible to the average hacker who normally gets humbled at the local muni. Players can walk in the footsteps of past champions—from Harrington to Lowry—all without leaving their local driving range.
But it’s not just a digital sightseeing tour. From July 14–20, Toptracer is cranking up the stakes with a Global Challenge.
Anyone who plays the Royal Portrush layout at a participating Toptracer range will be entered into a competition to win prizes—though sadly, the Claret Jug won’t be among them.
“Royal Portrush is one of the finest links courses in the world and its layout will test the skills of every golfer teeing it up virtually using Toptracer technology, both near and far,” said Henry Keeling, Director of Commercial Partnerships at The R&A. “We look forward to seeing which players emerge from the Global Challenge to win some great prizes.”
The initiative continues Toptracer’s mission of making elite golf experiences available to the masses—minus the airline ticket, tournament credentials, or terrifying first-tee nerves.
So whether you’re a weekend warrior, a rising amateur, or someone who just likes to see their ball traced in glorious neon arcs, now’s your chance to swing at greatness. Royal Portrush is calling. You don’t even have to pack an umbrella.
To find your nearest Toptracer range and take on the challenge, visit toptracer.com.
