Also in that year , Royal Dublin hosted its first championship event , the Irish Amateur Open .
Perhaps the greatest pioneer in the history of the game , Old Tom Morris , came to Royal Dublin and played two matches here on June 7 , 1894 .
Also in that year , Royal Dublin hosted Royal Dublin 's first championship event , the Irish Amateur Open .
Perhaps the greatest pioneer in the history of the game , Old Tom Morris , came to Royal Dublin and played two matches here on June 7 , 1894 .