James Knight, Jr. (born c. 1840) was a Scottish amateur golfer. Knight placed fifth in the 1862 Open Championship.[1]
| James Knight | |
|---|---|
| Personal information | |
| Born | c. 1840 |
| Sporting nationality |  Scotland |
| Career | |
| Status | Amateur |
| Best results in major championships | |
| Masters Tournament | DNP |
| PGA Championship | DNP |
| U.S. Open | DNP |
| The Open Championship | 5th: 1862 |
Early life
editKnight was born circa 1840 in Scotland.
Golf career
edit1862 Open Championship
editThe 1862 Open Championship was the third Open Championship and was again held at Prestwick Golf Club, Ayrshire, Scotland. Four professionals and four amateurs contested the event, with Tom Morris, Sr. winning the championship for the second time, by 13 shots from Willie Park, Sr.
Death
editThe date of death of Knight is unknown.
References
edit- ^ Brenner, Morgan G. (2009). The Majors of Golf: Complete Results of the Open, the U.S. Open, the PGA Championship and the Masters, 1860-2008. Vol. 1. McFarland. ISBN 978-0-7864-3360-5.