Remembering David Duval’s 2001 British Open Victory
NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. — For those who recall, the 2001 British Open at Royal Lytham in England was notable for David Duval’s victory, marking his sole major championship and the final of 13 titles on the PGA Tour.
Ian Woosnam’s Misfortune
The tournament was also marked by a mishap from Ian Woosnam, who started the day tied for the lead. However, he discovered a 15th club in his bag on the second tee (the opening hole at Royal Lytham), incurring a two-shot penalty that pushed him down the leaderboard.
Tiger Woods’ Uncharacteristically Low Performance
Tiger Woods finished tied for 25th, a rare poor showing for him during that era. Earlier that year, he had completed the “Tiger Slam” at the Masters.
Adam Scott’s Early Career Struggles
Adam Scott, then relatively unknown, ended up tied for 47th. This was only his second major championship, having previously missed the cut at St. Andrews a year earlier. Turning professional just the year before after a brief period at UNLV, Scott began an unexpected journey.
A Remarkable Streak in Major Championships
Since qualifying for that year’s Open, Scott has not missed a single major championship, achieving an impressive streak of 25 consecutive years in all the marquee tournaments, a record only matched by one other player in history.
Aiming for a Milestone at the PGA Championship
As Scott prepares to tee off at the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club, he is set to participate in his 99th consecutive major. A spot in next month’s U.S. Open is expected to ensure his milestone 100th participation.
Scott Reflects on His Journey
“I don’t know what to think about it,” Scott, 45, said regarding his upcoming milestone. “I’d prefer to focus on winning events rather than just being known for my participation. A win would be more meaningful.”
