Nearly 280,000 Fans Expected at 2025 Open Championship with New Parking Restrictions

The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush is expected to be one of the best-attended golf events in history, with nearly 280,000 fans attending. Due to no public parking near the course, spectators must use park and ride facilities with dedicated buses transporting them to the event, and car parking passes are available for purchase. In South Korea, about 20% of golf courses surveyed are closing during the summer, with closures varying by location and weather conditions. Additionally, the Ecolian Jecheon Golf Course in South Korea is hosting special events during the hot season, including providing ice bottled water and free 'Ice Red Ginseng Aid' to visitors, aiming to enhance customer comfort and prevent heat-related illnesses. These developments highlight logistical and customer experience considerations across major golf events and facilities internationally.