Unforgettable Moments in American Sports History

When unknown ninth alternate John Daly teed off at Crooked Stick, few noticed. By Sunday, everyone was watching. With his massive drives, fearless swagger, and blonde mullet, Daly shocked the golf world by winning the PGA Championship.

He didn’t just win—he blew past the field. His raw, unconventional style clashed with golf’s buttoned-up image, and fans loved it. Daly’s storybook rise from obscurity to major champion turned him into a folk hero overnight.