Allan Robertson

Golfer

Birthday September 11, 1815

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Scotland

DEATH DATE Sep 1, 1859 (43)

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About

Scottish golfer considered to be one of the world's first professional golfers.

Before Fame

He began to make his living in golf by betting against other players, caddying and crafting clubs.

Trivia

His life was honored with the establishment of The Open Championship in 1860.

Family Life

He was born and raised in St Andrews, Scotland.

Associated With

He was a golf pioneer before Walter Hagen came along.