Major(s) News & Notes, July 13th, 2023

Birkdale lands the 154th, loads of Open news, Lahinch gets the Walker Cup, Valhalla and Augusta construction work, the U.S. Women's Open is a ratings success and much more.

• Days to the 2023 Open Championship first tee shot: 7

• Days to the 2023 Women’s Open first tee shot: 28

• Days to the 2023 Walker Cup first tee shot: 52

• Days to the 2023 Ryder Cup first tee shot: 78

Jeeves has packed my luggage. I’ve been binging on green things and Mexican food ahead of the inevitable Fish & Chips and gooey beans for breakfast. Now I just need…