This Day in Golf History: July 16

It’s been 10 years already since Australian Adam Scott, he of the picture-perfect swing, won the Masters for his first major victory. He is running out of prime years to win more. On this date he celebrates his 43rd birthday. Flawless as a ball striker, Scott has been held back in his career with inconsistent putting. Perhaps the slower greens at the Open Championship this upcoming week will help him.