Peter Robertson

Peter Robertson (born ) was a Scottish professional golfer who played in the early 20th century. He had four top-10 finishes in the U.S. Open, a tie for third place in the 1905 U.S. Open being his best performance.

Early life Robertson was born circa 1883 in Scotland.

Golf career After emigrating from Scotland to the United States, he took up a position at a golf club in Buffalo, New York, in 1905. In 1913, when he played in the U.S. Open at Brookline, he was professional at the Fall River Country Club in Fall River, Massachusetts. By 1922 he was posted at Yahnundasis Golf Club in New Hartford, New York, where he advertised his services as a leading professional and offered, among other things, golf lessons.

1905 U.S. Open The 1905 U.S. Open was the 11th U.S. Open, held September 21–22 at Myopia Hunt Club in South Hamilton, Massachusetts, northeast of Boston. Willie Anderson won his third consecutive U.S. Open title, and his record fourth overall, two strokes ahead of runner-up Alex Smith.

Details of play Robertson, playing out of Buffalo, New York, finished tied third with Percy Barrett. He carded rounds of 79-80-81-77=317 and won $113 in prize money.

Death and legacy The date of birth and date of death of Robertson are unknown. Robertson is best remembered for having four top-10 finishes in the U.S. Open, including a T3 finish in 1905.

Results in major championships Note: Robertson played only in the U.S. Open.

"T" indicates a tie for a place Yellow background for top-10