H. J. Whigham
Henry James Whigham (24 December 1869 – 17 March 1954) was a Scottish writer and amateur golfer. He won the U.S. Amateur golf tournament in 1896 and 1897. Following his first win in the U.S. Amateur, he wrote a golf instruction book. In 1896 he finished fifth in the U.S. Open held at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, Southampton, New York.
| H. J. Whigham | |
|---|---|
Whigham, c. 1897 | |
| Personal information | |
| Full name | Henry James Whigham |
| Born | 24 December 1869 Tarbolton, Scotland |
| Died | 17 March 1954 (aged 84) Southampton, New York |
| Sporting nationality | Scotland |
| Career | |
| Status | Amateur |
| Best results in major championships (wins: 2) | |
| U.S. Open | T5: 1896 |
| The Open Championship | 49th: 1893 |
| U.S. Amateur | Won: 1896, 1897 |
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