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Robert Simpson is credited with contributing to the development of the "bulger" wood, a type of golf club designed to make it easier to hit shots slightly off-center, significantly influencing golf club design and helping players improve their game.
Robert Simpson was a renowned Scottish professional golfer, golf course architect, and club maker. He apprenticed in club making at a young age and became highly respected for his craftsmanship of golf clubs, particularly "bulger" woods. Simpson held the position of head professional at Carnoustie Golf Links from 1891 to 1898 and was deeply involved in the redesign of the Carnoustie course alongside Old Tom Morris.
Along with his brother Archie, he co-designed the Royal Aberdeen Golf Club course. Simpson's family was well known in golf; his brother Jack won the 1884 Open Championship and his brother Archie became a noteworthy golf course architect in the United States. He remained based in Scotland throughout his life, contributing significantly to golf through playing, designing, and club making. Beyond golf, he was elected to Carnoustie Town Council and served until his death. Simpson passed away on May 1, 1923, in Carnoustie.
