The Dramatic Playoff That Decided The 2004 Open Championship

This video chronicles the dramatic four-hole playoff of the 133rd Open Championship in 2004. Todd Hamilton secures a historic victory over Ernie Els through his exceptional short-game precision and clutch putting under immense pressure.

• Event: The Open Championship
• Todd Hamilton defeated Ernie Els in a four-hole playoff to become the 2004 Champion Golfer of the Year.
• Todd Hamilton approach shot onto the green
• Ernie Els approach shot to the green

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