
CNN
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Sergio Garcia fell devastatingly short of securing a spot at this year’s Open Championship after missing a putt from three feet at the International Series Macau in China.
The 45-year-old Spaniard was aiming to finish in the top three to earn a place at the Open, which takes place at Northern Ireland’s Royal Portrush in July, but ended up fourth on 16-under with the miss on the 18th hole.
Had he made the birdie attempt, Garcia would have tied for third with Jason Kokrak and qualified ahead of the American based on his higher position in the world rankings.
The Asian Tour event in Macau offered the top three finishers a spot at…