Top 10 Masters Meltdowns
Golf's biggest tournament has had no shortage of spectacular performances — but also its fair share of big-time collapses. As this year's quest for the Green Jacket begins, TIME.com looks at the most memorable mishaps in Masters history
—by Sean Gregory
Roberto De Vicenzo (right) holds his head after signing the incorrect scorecard.
Argentine Roberto Di Vicenzo thought he was heading to a playoff with Bob Goalby, but he failed to read the fine print. Playing partner Tommy Aaron had accidentally given him a four instead of a three on the 71st hole, and Di Vicenzo signed the incorrect scorecard. Under golf's picky rules, Di Vicenzo officially lost by one stroke. "Twenty-five million people saw Roberto birdie the 17th hole," said pro Jimmy Demaret. "I think it would hold up in court." DiVicenzo followed up with this famous lament: "What a stupid I am."
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