Tony Jacklin to play Musselburgh Old
Musselburgh Old Course Golf Club (MOCGC), the club at the world's oldest golf course, is hosting the official Scottish Golf Heritage Festival, a golf tournament and festival celebration on July 9-12, 2010.
The tournament, open to golfers worldwide, will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first Open Champion, Willie Park Senior.
Musselburgh was host to six Open Championships between 1874 and 1889.
Born in Musselburgh, Willie Park Senior (1834-1903) is remembered as one of the greatest golfers of history.
In 1860 Park beat a field of eight, including Old Tom Morris, to win the inaugural Open Championship. He won again in 1863, 1866 and 1875 and was runner up four times.
Celebrate
The four day tournament takes place less than a week before the 2010 Open and will be attended by Tony Jacklin, Ryder Cup, British and US Open winner.
Commenting on his involvement Jacklin said: "I am delighted to be attending this event at the world's oldest golf course, to celebrate Willie Park's remarkable achievement and unite with the people of Musselburgh and golfers worldwide.
"In 2005 I had the honour of introducing him at his induction into World Golf Hall of Fame. I am thrilled at the prospect of playing at his home course."
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