Golf influencer Paige Spiranac offered a friendly reminder to fans as the final major of the season, The Open Championship, approaches: it's "The Open," not the "British Open." This lighthearted caution came via a video posted just days before the tournament's Thursday start at Royal Liverpool.

Spiranac playfully warned against triggering golf purists by using the incorrect name before transitioning into a brief tournament preview. Defending champion Cameron Smith faces a challenging field after his victory last year, where he edged out Cameron Young and Rory McIlroy with an impressive final round of 64. Smith's win preceded his move to LIV Golf, adding another layer of intrigue to this year's competition.

The Open Championship began with Smith returning the coveted Claret Jug trophy, a moment he admitted was surprisingly emotional. Despite his strong performance this season, including top-10 finishes in two majors and a LIV Golf victory in London, Smith acknowledged the weight of the moment and the desire to reclaim the title.

With Smith's strong showing this year and the unique backdrop of his LIV Golf participation, The Open Championship promises an exciting finish to the major golf season.