1897 U.S. Open (golf) 1897 U.S. Open (golf) The 1897 U.S. Open was the third U.S. Open, held September 17 at Chicago Golf Club in Wheaton, Illinois, a suburb west of Chicago. Joe Lloyd won his only major title by one stroke over runner-up Willie Anderson. Following the first round on Friday morning, Anderson began the final round in the afternoon four clear of Lloyd, who shot a 79 over the last 18 holes to Anderson's 84 to finish a stroke ahead. Lloyd's win was capped by a three at the finishing hole. Anderson needed a four at the last to tie Lloyd; he
Drive (golf) golf on the Moon. He attempted two drives. He shanked the first attempt, but it is estimated his second went more than 200 yards. Given the length of par 4s, generally being over 400 yards, and beyond the maximum driving distance of virtually all players, most holes in one are achieved on par-3 holes for eagle. Given that most par 3s are relatively short, most holes in one are achieved with mid-lower irons rather than drivers. Drive (golf) In golf stroke mechanics, a drive, also known as a tee shot, is a long-distance shot played from the tee box, intended