J. F. Johnston (c. 1840 – ?) was an English amateur golfer who played in the mid-to-late 19th century. Johnston placed sixth in the 1862 Open Championship.[1]
| J. F. Johnston | |
|---|---|
| Personal information | |
| Born | c. 1840 England |
| Sporting nationality |  England |
| Career | |
| Status | Amateur |
| Best results in major championships | |
| Masters Tournament | DNP |
| PGA Championship | DNP |
| U.S. Open | DNP |
| The Open Championship | 6th: 1862 |
Early life
editJohnston was born in England, circa 1840.
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. Johnston carded rounds of 64-69-75=208.[1]
1863 Open Championship
editHe tied for 10th at the 1863 Open Championship, representing Ayrshire.[2]
Death
editJohnston's dates of birth and death are unknown.
References
edit- ^ a b 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.
- ^ "Prestwick Golf Club". Ayrshire Express. 19 September 1863. p. 5. Retrieved 26 March 2024.