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The Open Championship

1884

Champion

Jack Simpson(E)

Runner-up: David Rollan

Jack Simpson won his only Open Championship title at Prestwick. Simpson, from Carnoustie, beat David Rollan and Willie Fernie. His victory came at a time when Scottish professionals dominated the game completely.

The Open Championship

1884

Prestwick Golf Club · Prestwick, Scotland

Champion

Jack Simpson

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PosPlayerScore

1

Jack Simpson

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2

David Rollan

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Tournament Stats

Winning Score

E

Winning Margin

4 strokes

Course

Prestwick Golf Club

Location

Prestwick, Scotland

Field Size

19 players

Cut Score

Low Round

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