This Day in Ryder Cup History: October 2

On this date in 1953, the United States took a 3-1 lead over Great Britain after Day 1 of the Ryder Cup. Also, in 1876, the Open Championship concluded at St. Andrews’ Old Course with Bob Martin winning when David Strath, a fellow Scotsman, refused to participate in a playoff after the two had tied at the end of regulation at 176. There were 34 players in the field.