Played in a strong wind Willie Park was in the first group out and set the pace with a score of 54.

Defending champion, Andrew Strath and Davie Park were four behind, scoring 58.

Willie Park extended his lead to five stokes after the second round.

Despite a final round of 59 Willie Park set a useful target of 169.

Davie Park's final round of 56 gave him a total of 171 and second place.