2004: Todd Hamilton defeated Ernie Els in a four-hole playoff to capture the first major victory of his career and the 133rd Open Championship. On the final playoff hole at Royal Troon, Hamilton pitch to 3-feet from the pin. This, combined with Els' failed 30-footer for birdie gave the title to the 38-year-old PGA TOUR rookie. For Els, it was his second playoff appearance at the tournament in three years, the other coming during his victory in 2002.