The Open Championship

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/the-open-championship

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the year of inaugural tournament?1860
2. What is the founding venue?Prestwick Golf Club, Scotland
3. Why is it called "The Open"?It is called "The Open" because any golfer, professional or amateur, can try to play if they meet strict qualification rules. This keeps the competition open to many talented players.
4. How do golfers get to play in The Open?Golfers go through many qualifying rounds, with hundreds of players competing for a few spots. Only the best and most determined golfers make it to the final tournament.

Links Golf: A style of golf played on coastal terrain, characterized by firm ground, wind, and natural hazards.
Stroke Play: A golf format where the total number of strokes taken over a set number of holes determines the winner.
The R&A: One of the two governing bodies of golf, responsible for organizing The Open Championship and setting the rules of golf.