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THE ROAD TO THE 150 TH OPEN

1860

The first Open Championship took place at Prestwick, where Willie Park Snr came out on top in a field of just eight. No prize money was on offer.

1873

St Andrews hosted the first Open not to bewas champion and the first player to be presented with the Claret Jug.

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