The World's Worst Professional Golfer

Maurice Flitcroft was a crane operator who successfully bluffed his way into the British Open. Despite having never played a round of golf, he recorded the worst score in tournament history.

After learning the basics from library books, Flitcroft forged entry papers to compete against world-class professionals in 1976. He finished his round in 121 strokes, earning him a lifetime ban from the sport. Rather than giving up, he repeatedly attempted to re-enter the tournament using hilarious disguises and false identities. His bizarre dedication turned him into an accidental folk hero who proved that pure spirit matters more than raw talent.