Golf can be a cruel and complex game, particularly at the elite level. Sergio Garcia, after 26 years as a pro, was reminded horribly when he came within three feet of securing a place in the Open Championship at the Asian Tour’s International Series Macau in China.

Sergio Garcia fell devastatingly short of securing a spot at this year’s Open Championship after missing a putt from three feet at the International Series Macau in China.

Sergio Garcia missed a 3-foot putt which cost him a spot at the Open Championship. The 45-year-old knew only a top three finish would see him qualify for the Open Championship at the Royal Portrush.