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I remember when the Renaissance set up, they were going to be ultra exclusive with non-members only able to play as a 'once in a lifetime' event with no return visit allowed.

Appreciate the Scottish Open would not have wanted them to host the event with such exclusive terms, and so this is probably why they have softened their stance. But they also pay a hefty sum, I think £1 million, to the Tour to be the host.

I guess this provides them with exposure that they hope will generate interest and bring in more revenue to the club. However I assume the business plan of being an ultra exclusive club has fallen by the wayside somewhat and they are effectively opening their doors to the paying public to generate guest revenue. Pretty tough to attract people to the once in a lifetime idea when you are surrounded by world class golf courses that any old hacker with a few hundred pounds can get onto.