The birthplace of The Open was no longer suitable for the ever-growing size of the event, which attracted 10,000 people to its final day in 1925.

Overcrowding proved a significant problem, particularly for Macdonald Smith, the Carnoustie-born player who held a five-stroke lead through 54 holes.

Distracted by the huge galleries, Smith slumped to an 82 in the final round and finished fourth, ensuring Jim Barnes - a Cornishman who had emigrated to America - would forever hold the honour of being the last Champion Golfer to be victorious at Prestwick.