The 1938 Open Championship was the 73rd Open Championship, held 6–8 July at Royal St George's Golf Club in Sandwich, England. In terrible weather conditions that caused scores to soar, Reg Whitcombe prevailed by two strokes over runner-up Jimmy Adams to win his only major title. The purse was £500 with a winner's share of £100. The Open 1938: July 6–8, 1938 at Royal St George's Golf Club. Champion: Reg Whitcombe, at 295 (+15). Wiki link