Men's Open Fourball Better Ball

Description

The Men's Open Fourball Better Ball takes place at Carrickfergus Golf Course on August 1, 2026. Played in betterball format under strokeplay scoring, this mens event pairs golfers into teams where the best score from each pair counts toward their team total on every hole.

Carrickfergus Golf Course

County Antrim, United Kingdom

Carrickfergus Golf Club is an 18-hole parkland course located on the shoreline of Belfast Lough, offering panoramic views across to County Down. Founded in 1926, the course features a par 68 layout with a balanced design incorporating both challenging and accessible holes. The course is characterized by imaginative use of water hazards and sand bunkers that demand strategic play. Straight driving and effective course management are essential, as the par of 68 proves challenging despite its welcoming nature. Local golf architect David Jones has redesigned several holes, emphasizing subtle greens constructed to USGA standards and liberal incorporation of water features throughout. The scenic shoreline setting provides an attractive natural backdrop, while the parkland terrain offers a pleasant golfing environment. The current course record stands at 64, reflecting the course's competitive difficulty. The layout presents a good mix of hole types, allowing golfers of varying abilities to find engaging play while maintaining strategic depth for accomplished players.