Ahead of the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in Southport, the R&A circulates The Open Commitment, a code of conduct outlining expected behaviour for spectators. Multiple outlets report that the guidelines set out standards for how fans should behave on-site, with enforcement including removal from the course for serious or repeated breaches. The R&A also signals that it will apply comparable scrutiny to supporters as it does to players, stating that poor conduct will not be tolerated. While specific rule details are not fully reproduced in the coverage provided, the overall thrust is that fans must follow the commitment to help maintain appropriate conduct throughout the event. The message is focused on preventing disruption and ensuring compliance with on-course rules during the tournament. The R&A’s communication frames the fan code as a formal requirement for attendance, with consequences for non-compliance.