This Day in U.S. Open History: June 15

On this date in 1947, Sam Snead lost an 18-hole playoff to Lew Worsham in the U.S. Open at St. Louis Country Club, 69-70. An infamous moment took place on the final hole when both players had short putts for par to extend the playoff. After Snead ran his first putt up close, he thought he was out and was set to go right into his routine and putt. But Worsham protested he thought he might be out. But after a measurement, it was determined Snead indeed did have the honor. But perturbed at the delay, he missed and Worsham made his putt and won.