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Top 10 in 2012: Images

The most memorable sights from the 2012 season. All the emotion you can handle in 10 images.

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Kaymer exorcised any personal demons - and assured the Europeans of holding onto the Ryder Cup - with a 6-foot putt and double fist-pump celebration. (Getty)

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This is Tiger Woods, the guy who makes the improbable shot, thrills the crowd, and then wins the tournament. (Getty)

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The younger McIlroy celebrated his first major victory on Father’s Day with dad Gerry. A different major won on a different day - by the same margin, however - was just as sweet. (Getty)

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Winning the Open Championship was bittersweet for Els, who captured the claret jug after good friend Scott wilted down the stretch. (Getty)

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Furyk bogeyed the 17th and 18th holes of his singles match against Sergio Garcia to lose. His loss was symbolic of the Americans’ overall Ryder Cup collapse. (Getty)

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Having lost his father in 2010, Watson celebrated his emotional Masters victory with him mom, Molly. (Getty)

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The pines, the straw, the narrow opening, the white outfit, the circumstances, the result: They all added to an unforgettable image. (Getty)

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What can you do when you miss a 1 1/2-foot putt to win a major? Nothing, except stand there in disbelief. (Getty)

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Poulter’s intensity helped carry the Europeans to a stunning comeback victory at the Ryder Cup. He is the new face - and guttural voice - of the European team. (Getty)

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Major championship trophy presentation. Check. Weird guy crashing the party. Check. Mild-mannered guy losing his mind. Check. How could this not be the top image of the year? (Getty)