The Open Championship has turned into a battle stage for more than just precious silver

In a year full of drama, the golf establishment, on either side of the Atlantic is pulling all punches to maintain the status quo. The 72-hole championship golf is under attack. Shotgun starts, a 54-hole feast, an eight-event exhibition, no cuts, and a stash of oil money are all at work to reimagine golf and reshape the market for the sport. The battle has just begun.

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