Steve Palmer's Open Championship first-round leader predictions

Steve Palmer's golf tips, best bets, and first-round leader predictions for the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush, Northern Ireland

Two-time champion Padraig Harrington will hit the opening tee shot on Thursday – but Steve Palmer fancies three other early starters in the first-round leader marketCredit: Sportsfile via Getty Images

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Published on 15 July 2025inThe Open

Last updated 17:15, 15 July 2025

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Steve Palmer's Open Championship first-round leader predictions: tips at 80-1, 90-1 and 225-1

Steve Palmer's golf tips, best bets, and first-round leader predictions for the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush, Northern Ireland

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