The Open - Official Films

The footage captures the 2011 Open Championship held at Royal St George's. During the tournament, a British golfer enjoyed a memorable week, featuring notable moments on the course. The action highlights the challenges and excitement of that 2011 golf championship.

The 2011 programme is presented as a single episode, catalogued simply as a “programme” of that year. Its format is that of an episode, and it focuses on sporting action rather than a scripted narrative. The piece was produced in 2011 and centres on a specific event in the world of golf. The core of the episode follows the action that unfolded during the 2011 Open Championship held at Royal St George’s. It concentrates on the experiences of a British golfer whose week at the tournament proved to be especially memorable. Throughout the broadcast, viewers are shown the day‑to‑day developments that defined that golfer’s performance over the course of the championship. Beyond the on‑course footage, the episode captures the ambience of Royal St George’s during the Open, highlighting the challenges presented by the links layout and the atmosphere that surrounds a major championship. It also reflects on how the British player’s week stood out amid the broader competition, offering a concise look at the moments that made the tournament noteworthy for him. The programme thus serves as a snapshot of that particular championship, with the British golfer’s memorable stint forming the focal point of the coverage.