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1995 brought the USPGA Championship playoff in Los Angeles, losing to Australian Steve Elkington. After having birdied the last three holes to force a tie, Elkington sank a 25-foot birdie putt at the first extra hole to win his first major title, and deny the Scot his.
Montgomerie may never win a green jacket or hold the famous claret jug and, as he gets older, there is no doubt his chances appear to be receding. Yet one moment may help him overcome the hurt of never sharing the company of Jack Niklaus, Tom Watson and Tiger Woods in the pantheon of true greats.
Europe's 2004 Ryder Cup team were rated as underdogs by most pundits. For the first time in his career, the Scot needed to be the Captain's wildcard choice just to make it into the team.
A troubled year for Monty began on the newspaper front pages, detailing his divorce from wife Eimear, but thankfully ended on the back. His form was erratic, to say the least, as was reflected in his 62nd-position in the rankings.
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Having still never lost a singles match in the tournament and undoubtedly fired up by his feelings towards the US crowds, Monty produced a performance which was a throwback to his early days, including the typical puffed-out chest.
