How did Hines help Snead at the 1938 PGA Championship?

Question

What did Jimmy Hines do that unintentionally helped his rival Sam Snead?

Answer 1

Hines struck a chip shot onto the green that hit Snead's ball, sending it into the cup - with Hines' own ball following. Both players were awarded a birdie. In the end, Snead defeated Hines by one shot to win the tournament.