Royal Birkdale memories: Padraig Harrington recalls win at The Open
Tuesday 18 July 2017 11:40, UK
In our third and final video feature from Royal Birkdale we rewind to Padraig Harrington's success in the 2008 Open.
Harrington became the first man from a nation other than the USA or Australia to win at the course when he lifted the Claret Jug for a second successive year, following his 2007 triumph at Carnoustie.
The Irishman started poorly with a four-over 74 in the first round, but bounced back with a 68 to make the cut in extremely difficult conditions in Southport.
A two-over round on day three then brought him closer to contention. Greg Norman, who held the lead going into the final day, closed with a round of 77, while Harrington hit a 69 to finish on three over and secure a four-stroke victory over Ian Poulter.
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