This Day in Golf History: October 17
On this date in 1860, the first Open Championship was held at Prestwick Golf Club, with Willie Park, Sr., winning the inaugural playing by a couple shots over Old Tom Morris.
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On this date in 1860, the first Open Championship was held at Prestwick Golf Club, with Willie Park, Sr., winning the inaugural playing by a couple shots over Old Tom Morris.