Martin Slumbers, Chief Executive of The R&A:
"In light of today’s decision by the Honourable Company we can confirm that Muirfield will become a venue for The Open once again.
"Muirfield has a long and important history of hosting The Open and with today’s announcement that will continue.
"It is extremely important for us in staging one of the world’s great sporting events that women can become members at all of our host clubs.
"Muirfield is a truly outstanding Open venue and we very much look forward to taking the Championship back there in future."
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The R&A – Communications
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Email: media@randa.org
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