Hugh Kirkaldy (5 June 1868 – 4 April 1897) was a Scottish professional golfer who played in the late 19th century. He won the 1891 Open Championship.

Early life

Kirkaldy was born on 5 June 1868 at St Andrews,

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. His brothers,

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and

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, were also professional golfers.

Golf career

1891 Open Championship

He won the 1891 Open Championship, which was played over the

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. The tournament was played in October, in rough weather, and his winning score was 166 for 36 holes. He beat his brother

and Willie Fernie of

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by two shots. It was the last Open Championship contested over 36 holes.

Death and legacy

On 4 April 1897, just six years after winning the 1891 Open Championship, he died of

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at the age of 28.

Results in major championships

Wins (1)

Results timeline

''Note: Kirkaldy only played in The Open Championship.''
"T" indicates a tie for a place

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Kirkaldy, Hugh Scottish male golfers Winners of men's major golf championships Golfers from St Andrews Tuberculosis deaths in Scotland 19th-century deaths from tuberculosis 1865 births 1895 deaths