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Here's a capsule look at key anniversaries for the British Open this year. This is golf's oldest championship, so it dates back to the 19th century.
A half century has passed since Tom Watson captured the first of his five British Opens, defeating Jack Newton by one in an 18-hole playoff at Carnoustie Golf Links in Scotland.
After Royal Portrush crowns the Champion Golfer of the Year, the British Open will head to Royal Birkdale in 2026.
Open Championship coverage is on NBC, USA Network, Golf Channel and Peacock, and Round 2 tee times begin at 1:35 a.m. ET on July 18.
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Tom Watson makes a bogey on the 18th to take the championship to a playoff with Stewart Cink during the final round of the 2009 British Open at Turnberry; July 18, 2009