Penthouse to Outhouse
Worst finishes by defending champion at British Open (1970-1998):
1. Mark Calcavecchia tied 101st in 1990
2. Mark O’Meara tied 99th in 1999
3. Seve Ballesteros 76th in 1989
4. Tom Watson 67th in 1976
5. John Daly tied 66th in 1996
6. Justin Leonard 55th in 1998
Source: World Features Syndicate
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