David Anderson Sr. (1847 – 8 May 1912) was a Scottish professional golfer who played in the late 19th century.

His brother Jamie won The Open Championship three times (1877–79).

The 1885 Open Championship was held 3 October at the Old Course at St Andrews, Fife, Scotland.

Bob Martin won the Championship for the second time, by a stroke from Archie Simpson.

John Ball won the Championship, three strokes ahead of Willie Fernie and Archie Simpson.