The 1983 Open Championship was a men's major golf championship and the 112th Open Championship, held from 14 to 17 July at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England. It was the sixth time the course had hosted, with the first in 1954. The Open 1983: July 14–17, 1983 at Royal Birkdale Golf Club. Champion: Tom Watson, at 275 (−9) — 8th major title. Wiki link