Robert MacIntyre won the 2024 Gensis Scottish Open. The Scottish native finished 18 under par, beating second place by 1 stroke. MacIntyre returns to defend his homeland championship. He is currently ranked 14 on the Official World Golf Rankings.

The Genesis Scottish Open gets under way Thursday at The Renaissance Club. Here are the tee times and groupings for the opening round in North Berwick, Scotland ( click here for Round 2 tee times).

Scotland's own Bob MacIntyre is the defending champion at his home open, but he will face an almighty task to retain the title in one of the season's strongest fields. Stick with us for every drive, chip, and putt throughout the day.

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While still the Open tune-up it's long been, this week's Genesis Scottish Open will feature the toughest field of the year aside from the PGA Championship, U.S. Open and The Players.

The Renaissance Club, home of the Genesis Scottish Open, has its own stadium course ready to take center stage during the event.

While everyone entered in the event at the Renaissance Club in Scotland will want to claim a PGA Tour title, there are other rewards to be had.