Moments of unbridled joy and success at The Open are what we have grown accustomed to over the years. But for every celebration, there are moments of heartache and despair.

For years we have witnessed golfing greats reach the height of their careers, including a select few winning their first of many major golf titles.

However, not every player can walk away from The Open Championship with the Claret Jug and are left lamenting what could have been.

Missing a putt, firing a tee shot out of bounds, or falling victim to a treacherous hazard are ways a player can have their heart broken while on the course.

We have compiled this selection of heartbreaking moments from The Open archives to show just how much winning The Open means to its competitors.

Which Open moment hurt the most?

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