The Old Course at St.Andrews, where this year world’s greatest golfing talent will compete for famous Claret Jug, originally consisted of 22 holes – eleven out and eleven back. However, in 1764 local society of St.Andrews Golfers decided that format of course needed to change as many of holes were simply too short. As a result total number of holes was cut to 18 – which is now synonymous with golf courses around world.

However, despite now settled structure of course many in town felt links would be better served as a commercial opportunity rather than a playground for golfers. This combined with local councils financial difficulties led to links being sold in 1799 to a rabbit breeding company! This proved to be a very controversial move which essentially led to what is known locally as “Rabbit Wars” for best part of twenty years. Eventually, in 1821 a gentleman called James Cheape bought links for sole use of local golfers – which essentially led to great golfing legacy which still exists to this day.

While in many countries golf is seen as a game for financial elite, it has always been a sport that was accessible to all levels of society in Scotland. The popularity of game continued to grow and in 1860 Prestwick Golf Club held first Open Championship and won by Willie Park. St Andrews first held Open in 1873 when Tom Kidd claimed title and more than a century later course has seen some of most exciting opens including famous Tiger Woods victory in 2000 where he set a low-scoring record of 19 under par while becoming youngest player to have achieved a career “grand slam” of golf’s four major tournaments.

How To Make An Offer

1. Offer an odd amount, like $161,793. This gives impression that you know something seller doesn't. They may think you have a good reason for that particular price.

2. Play dumb. Ask questions, talk slow, ask for help, and never show off your real estate expertise. Sellers are afraid to budge if they think a smarter person may be taking advantage of them.

3. Use "limited authority" ploy. Say "I'll have to check with my wife (or partner)." It's easier for sellers to accept that you can't do something, rather than idea that you won't.

4. Refer to precedent. "My father bought his house this way." If offer is at all unusual, sellers will feel more comfortable if they know it has been done that way before.