title: James Knight (golfer)
text: # James Knight (golfer)
  
  James Knight, Jr. (born c. 1840) was a Scottish amateur golfer. Knight placed fifth in the 1862 Open Championship.
  
  ## Early life
  
  Knight was born circa 1840 in Scotland.
  
  ## Golf career
  
  ### 1862 Open Championship
  
  The 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.
  
  ## Death
  
  The date of death of Knight is unknown.
  
  