James Kinnell (1876 – 22 April 1918) was a Scottish professional golfer who played in the late 19th and early 20th century.

Scottish linksman James Braid won the Championship for the second time, by five strokes from runners-up Rowland Jones and J.H.

Strong winds and hard ground conditions made scoring difficult on all three days and there were but just a scant few rounds under 80.

Sandy Herd, Taylor and Harry Vardon led after the first round with scores of 80.

[3] He is best remembered as a consistent and steady performer in the Open Championship with five top-10 finishes and for military service to his country.