Royal Liverpool Golf Club is to host The Open Championship in 2014.
The Royal & Ancient confirmed that the course, also known as Hoylake, will hold golf's oldest major for the twelfth time in its history.
Tiger Woods won the last Open to be staged at Royal Liverpool in 2006, becoming the first back-to-back champion since Tom Watson in 1983 as the tournament returned there after a 39-year absence.
"We are delighted that The Open is returning to Royal Liverpool after a relatively short period of time," David Hill, the R&A's director of championships, said"In 2006, Hoylake showcased links golf at its best and players, spectators and officials were united in their praise for the course, and for the venue as a whole.
Paul Cassidy, captain of Royal Liverpool Golf Club added: "We are very proud of our club's rich heritage and the many memorable golfing moments staged at Hoylake since our founding in 1869, and are extremely thrilled to be invited to host The Open Championship in 2014."
Source:The Times
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