Laurie Ayton Snr

Laurie Ayton Snr (1884 – 27 October 1962) was a Scottish golfer.

Early life Ayton was a descendant of William Ayton, one of the eleven founders of St Andrews Golf Club in about 1843. He was the son of David Ayton, Sr.

Professional career Ayton served as the club captain in 1953. He finished in the top-10 in eight majors with his best finish being 4th at the 1910 Open Championship.

Personal life His son, Laurie Ayton Jnr, was on the 1949 Ryder Cup team.

Results in major championships Note: Ayton never played in the Masters Tournament.

NYF = tournament not yet founded NT = no tournament WD = withdrew CUT = missed the half-way cut R64, R32, R16, QF, SF = round in which player lost in PGA Championship match play "T" indicates a tie for a place

Team appearances England–Scotland Professional Match (representing Scotland): 1910, 1912 (tie), 1913, 1933, 1934