Andrew Kirkaldy (golfer)

Andrew Kirkaldy
Kirkaldy, c. 1895
Personal information
NicknameAndra[1]
Born(1860-03-18)18 March 1860
Scotland
Died16 April 1934(1934-04-16) (aged 74)
Sporting nationality Scotland
SpouseAnnie McLeod
Children3
Career
Turned professionalc. 1877
Best results in major championships
Masters TournamentDNP
PGA ChampionshipDNP
U.S. OpenDNP
The Open Championship2nd: 1889
Grave of Andrew Kirkaldy at the Eastern Cemetery, St. Andrews

Andrew Kirkaldy (18 March 1860 – 16 April 1934) was a Scottish professional golfer who played during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was a frequent competitor in the Open Championship, finishing in the top-10 on 14 occasions. His best finish came in 1889 when he was second. He tied for first place in the event but lost a playoff to Willie Park Jr.

  1. ^ Anderson, John G. (January 1922). Gabbling About Golf. Golfers Magazine.