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The 140th Open | 2011 Royal St George's

Clarke wins in emotional and inspiring fashion

Some pundits had written off Darren Clarke prior to The 140th Open, but the Northern Irishman proved them all wrong by claiming one of the most popular triumphs in the Championship's history.

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Victory at Royal St George's proved the crowning glory of Clarke's distinguished career, as he ended his lengthy quest for the Claret Jug.

Watch Darren's Chronicles of a Champion Golfer film and hear from the man himself as he relives how he finally got his hands on the one trophy he desired the most.