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How Jean van de Velde threw away the Open Championship at Carnoustie in one of the most famous meltdowns in sports history
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1999 British Open best remembered for man who melted down, finished 2nd: Jean Van de Velde | FOX Sports
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19 years on from his infamous Open choke, Jean van de Velde returns to Carnoustie with no regrets | Daily Mail Online
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JEAN VAN DE VELDE STANDING IN WATER AT THE 18TH. HOLE GOLF OPEN AT CARNOUSTIE.British Open 1999 Stock Photo - Alamy
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