Ian Poulter came through qualifying at Woburn to return to the venue where he finished as runner-up nine years ago
Open Final Qualifying Round Up: Ian Poulter Books Birkdale Return
Ian Poulter has successfully qualified for this year's Open Championship after finishing in a tie for second at his home club Woburn.
The 12-time European Tour winner posted rounds of 70 and 68, including just one bogey over 36 holes on the Marquess' course, to finish at six under.
The last time the Open was at Birkdale, Poulter finished second to Padraig Harrington.
Poulter holed a superb putt on the final green before Padraig Harrington charged home with a superb back nine which included a stunning eagle at the par-5 17th.
The Englishman said, "Going back to Birkdale after what happened in 2008 is special."
Poulter finished in a tie for second at Woburn alongside Challenge Tour pro Toby Tree, with Indian Shiv Kapur winning the event at eight under.
Elsewhere, Matthew Southgate dominated final qualifying at Royal Cinque Ports, shooting six under for 36 holes to win by three from three-time Challenge Tour winner Robert Dinwiddie.
Related: From despair to delirium: Matt Southgate's life-changing year
Southgate played in The Open at Troon last year, but just two years ago was diagnosed with testicular cancer. The recovery he has made has been spectacular.
Amateur Connor Syme qualified at Gailes Links, which was the toughest of the five venues, along with USA's Challenge Tour winner Julian Suri.
European Tour winner Mark Foster progressed from Notts GC, posting a score of -10, which was matched Joe Dean.
Haydn McCullen qualified at Hillside, as did Nicholas McCarthy and Adam Hodkinson.
All qualifiers
Gailes Links
T1 Connor Syme (A) -4/138 T1 Julian Suri -4/138
Notts
T1 Mark Foster -10/134 T1 Joe Dean -10/134
Hillside
1 Haydn McCullen -9/135 2 Nicholas McCarthy -7/137 3 Adam Hodkinson -6/138
Royal Cinque Ports
1 Matthew Southgate -6/136 2 Robert Dinwiddie -3/139
Woburn
1 Shiv Kapur -8/136 T2 Toby Tree -6/138 T2 Ian Poulter -6/138
-
LPGA Tour Announces 2025 ScheduleThe 2025 LPGA Tour season will have two new events including a visit to Mexico, while the biennial International Crown returns
-
How Adam Scott Helped Shape The Design Of The Two New L.A.B. Golf PuttersToday marks the exciting release of the L.A.B. Golf OZ.1 collection. Let’s take a closer look at what golfers can expect…
-
Rory McIlroy Gym Routine... Revealed!In this Rory McIlroy Gym Routine article we discover how the Northern Irishman keeps himself so fit
-
What Is Tiger Woods' Net Worth?Tiger Woods became the first billion dollar athlete in 2009
-
The Masters Live Stream: How To Watch The MajorHere are all the details on how you can watch the Major wherever you are in the world.
-
Five Outsiders Who Could Win The MastersWe consider five players who might surprise the favourites and claim victory at Augusta
-
Who Is Tiger Woods’ Girlfriend?Find out more on who the American professional golfer is going out with here.
-
Bermuda Championship Golf Betting Tips 2021Who is the GM Tipster backing to win this week in Bermuda?
-
Jeff Winther Claims Maiden European Tour TitleJeff Winther Claims Maiden European Tour Title
-
Fredrik Andersson Hed Passes Away Following Battle With CancerFredrik Andersson Hed Passes Away Following Battle With Cancer
