It’s only been 12 years since Tiger Woods last won The Open. (John D. McHugh/Getty Images)

2. Woods shoots 67 to Spieth’s 73, wins 15th major and sobs during Claret Jug ceremony.

In a final round declared comparable with Ben Hogan’s 67 at Oakland Hills, Woods hits stingers under the forecasted 25-mph gusting winds to carve his way around Carnoustie. Spieth’s 73 is the best from the leading trio but it’s not enough to hold off Woods, who breaks down crying afterward. He declares the 15th major win his finest career moment, dedicates it to the fans for giving him the encouragement to return from injury and New York City schedules the first ticker tape parade since Hogan’s post-Carnoustie celebration in 1953.