Thomas Bjorn was five of five CNN players to earn an exemption into the Open . , England effectively ended his hopes of capturing a maiden major and allowed the little known Curtis to triumph . Thomas Bjorn held a late lead at the 2003 tournament in New Orleans before faltering at the 16th hole . Bjorn , who won the Greenbrier Classic , earned his spot through the world rankings .
Thomas Bjorn was five of five CNN players to earn an exemption into the Open . Thomas Bjorn held a late lead at the 2003 tournament in New Orleans before faltering at the 16th hole . Bjorn , who won the Greenbrier Classic , earned his spot through the world rankings .