Padraig Harrington Dominates Senior British Open, Secures Second Senior Major of the Year
Padraig Harrington clinches his second senior major of the year at the Senior British Open, joining an elite group of golfers with both British Open and Senior British Open titles.

Padraig Harrington continued his impressive form on the PGA Tour Champions by securing his second senior major of the year at the Senior British Open on Sunday. Just a month after his victory at the U.S. Senior Open, Harrington closed with a 3-under 67 to claim the title at the Old Course at Sunningdale in Berkshire, England.
Harrington started strong, making an eagle on the first hole, and maintained his lead throughout the tournament. No competitor came within two shots of him after that initial surge. His victory makes him the fifth player in history to win both the British Open and the Senior British Open, joining the ranks of legends like Tom Watson, Gary Player, and Bob Charles.
Reflecting on his achievement, Harrington said, "I'm thrilled to have won but very satisfied that I've won a Senior Open with my two Opens. The fact that only five people have ever done it is quite special. I'm quite proud that I've managed to survive this long in the game."
Harrington's focus was unwavering during the final round. He admitted, "The only time I saw a leaderboard was on 18. I was fully focused on what I was doing." His concentration was so intense that he didn't even notice Rory McIlroy, who was walking the course, observing the action.
With this win, Harrington now boasts 11 titles on the PGA Tour Champions and has won multiple times in each of the past four seasons. His consistency and skill continue to make him a formidable force in senior golf. Earlier this year, he narrowly missed out on the Senior PGA Championship at Congressional, losing to Ángel Cabrera by a slim margin.
The Senior British Open victory further cements Harrington's legacy in the sport, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level even in the later stages of his career. His performance at Sunningdale was a masterclass in precision and focus, leaving his competitors trailing in his wake.