This sensational new mural of Southport golfer Tommy Fleetwood has been created at Southport and Birkdale Sports Club in Southport.
This impressive new artwork has been painted on the wall of the venue at Trafalgar Road by acclaimed local street artist Paul Curtis, ahead of The 154th Open Golf Championship taking place at nearby Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport between 12th and 19th July 2026.
It has been commissioned by Scottsdale Golf ahead of their Major Week Takeover at S&B where they’re transforming the club into “the ultimate golf fan zone”.
A new mural of Southport golfer Tommy Fleetwood has been created at Southport and Birkdale Sports Club in Southport. The mural has been created by Paul Curtis Artwork and has been commissioned by Scottsdale Golf. Photo by Angus Matheson of Wainwright & Matheson Photography
Pictures of the work have been taken by Angus Matheson of Wainwright & Matheson Photography.
A Scottsdale Golf spokesperson said: “Welcome home, Tommy Fleetwood!
“We’re proud to officially unveil our Tommy Fleetwood mural at Southport & Birkdale Sports Club, just a short walk from Royal Birkdale Golf Club.
A new mural of Southport golfer Tommy Fleetwood has been created at Southport and Birkdale Sports Club in Southport. The mural has been created by Paul Curtis Artwork and has been commissioned by Scottsdale Golf. Photo by Angus Matheson of Wainwright & Matheson Photography
“Commissioned by Scottsdale Golf and brought to life by the incredibly talented Paul Curtis, this project has been over a year in the making.
“From the first sketches and approvals to licensing and keeping Tommy involved throughout, every detail has gone into creating something truly special.
“As Major Week returns to Royal Birkdale, we wanted to celebrate one of Southport’s own with a lasting tribute the town can be proud of. We hope this becomes an iconic landmark for golf fans from around the world for years to come.
A new mural of Southport golfer Tommy Fleetwood has been created at Southport and Birkdale Sports Club in Southport. The mural has been created by Paul Curtis Artwork and has been commissioned by Scottsdale Golf. Photo by Angus Matheson of Wainwright & Matheson Photography
“The mural is the centrepiece of our Major Week Takeover (13th–19th July 2026), where we’re transforming the venue into the ultimate golf fan zone with:
– Live music & entertainment
– Main stage
– Brand activations & challenges
– Bars & street food
– Long Putt Challenge
– Golf simulators
– Exclusive merch
– Celebrity guests
– Huge Giveaways
– Giant screen showing the golf + world cup
– plus much more
“Best of all? Entry is completely FREE all week.
A new mural of Southport golfer Tommy Fleetwood has been created at Southport and Birkdale Sports Club in Southport. The mural has been created by Paul Curtis Artwork and has been commissioned by Scottsdale Golf. Photo by Angus Matheson of Wainwright & Matheson Photography
“Whether you’re heading to Royal Birkdale to watch the golf or just looking for an incredible day out, this is for you! Get it in the calendar and notify the group chat.”
Paul Curtis is well known in Southport for his other eye-catching artworks, including his four-story Rem Rum mural on the Promenade; the sand lizard at Toad Hall in Ainsdale; plus Steve McQueen and Sophia Loren at David H.Myers Opticians on London Street in Southport town centre.
A new mural of Southport golfer Tommy Fleetwood has been created at Southport and Birkdale Sports Club in Southport. The mural has been created by Paul Curtis Artwork and has been commissioned by Scottsdale Golf. Photo by Angus Matheson of Wainwright & Matheson Photography
Paul Curtis said: “In preparation for the forthcoming The Open at Royal Birkdale Golf Club, I teamed up with Scottsdale Golf to paint this mural celebrating Southport’s greatest golfer!
“This painting of Tommy celebrating 2023 Ryder Cup victory will form the backdrop of the after-party venue during The Open.
“Thanks to S&B for allowing us to paint their wall.”
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