Defending champion James Braid won the Championship for the third time, four strokes ahead of runner-up J.H.

The feature of the opening round on Wednesday was the play of the amateurs.

John Graham Jr. led with a 71, while Robert Maxwell was amongst those tied for second on 73 with Robert Whitecross and Hugh Watt, both from Dirleton Castle Golf Club, a further shot behind.

[4] Taylor's third round 75 on Friday morning was good enough for him to retain the lead by a stroke over Rowland Jones and three over Braid and Vardon.

Needing a 76 for victory, Braid reached the turn in 38 and after more steady play he was left with two fives at the last two holes to win.