Jack Simpson (golfer)
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John Simpson (29 December 1859[1] – 9 July 1895[2]) was a Scottish professional golfer of the late 19th century.
Early life
Simpson was born Earlsferry, Fife, and was one of six golfing brothers.
Golf career
Simpson played his golf out of Carnoustie. He was a powerful but erratic player. Simpson won the 1884 Open Championship at Prestwick with a score of 160 for 36 holes,[3] despite taking a nine at his second hole.
Simpson did not have any other high finishes at the Open and concentrated mainly on clubmaking. He was the first professional at Buxton and High Peak Golf Club.[4]
Death
In 1895, Simpson died unmarried of typhoid fever in Edinburgh.[2]
Major championships
Wins (1)
| Year | Championship | 18 holes | Winning score | Margin | Runners-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | The Open Championship | 2 shot lead | 78-82=160 | 4 strokes | Template:Flagicon Willie Fernie, Template:Flagicon Douglas Rolland |
Results timeline
| Tournament | 1883 | 1884 | 1885 | 1886 | 1887 | 1888 | 1889 | 1890 | 1891 | 1892 | 1893 | 1894 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Open Championship | T17 | 1 | T13 | T12 | T12 | T39 | T28 | T34 | T38 |
- Note: Simpson played only in The Open Championship.
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"T" indicates a tie for a place
References
Further reading
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