As the world’s best roll into the Home of Golf for this milestone occasion, Barry Plummer looks at four players he expects to contend for the Claret Jug It’s major championship once again as, one year later than planned, the world of golf moves to St Andrews to celebrate the 150th playing of golf’s original tournament. After scouring the field, I have picked out four players I think can lift the Claret Jug and make history on this milestone occasion. But before I get to my Open betting tips, here’s what you need to know… The Open details Venue: The Old Course, St Andrews, Scotland Date: July 14-17, 2022 Course stats: Par 72; 7,536 yards Course summary: This landmark venue is a traditional, exposed, seaside links – with wind conditions that can bring even the best to their knees on it’s day. Wide undulating fairways, and the full spectrum of rough, increases the premium on strong play from the tee. Deep, strategically placed pot bunkers lurk to punish wayward shots, so creativity and consistency from the sand will also be important this week. Purse: $14 million Defending champion: Collin Morikawa (-15) RELATED: The Open TV timesRELATED: The Open tee times The Open betting tips I’ll…
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