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Topic: Ryder Cup

Colin Montgomerie backs Paul McGinley's selection as Ryder Cup captain

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - JANUARY 16: Colin Montgomerie of Scotland watches a shot during the Pro Am prior to the start of The Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship at Abu Dhabi Golf Club on January 16, 2013 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** 159566611.jpg

Jan 16, 2013

A day after Paul McGinley's selection as Europe's Ryder Cup captain, the other candidate for the job insists the selection committee picked the right man. Read Article Colin Montgomerie backs Paul McGinley's selection as Ryder Cup captain

Jason Dufner says US should copy the silver lining of Europe's playbook

15 - January - 2013, Saadiyat Beach, Abu Dhabi Player: Jason Dufner Saadiyat Beach Golf Club Bulls-Eye Challenge. A fun warm-up event for the 2013 Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship. Fatima AL Marzooqi/The National.

Jan 16, 2013

Pro says US players should have a say in choosing the Ryder Cup captain in the manner European players do, explains Steve Elling. Read Article Jason Dufner says US should copy the silver lining of Europe's playbook

Paul McGinley named as Europe's Ryder Cup captain for 2014

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Jan 15, 2013

Paul McGinley has been confirmed as captain of the European team at the 2014 Ryder Cup during a press conference in Abu Dhabi this evening. Read Article Paul McGinley named as Europe's Ryder Cup captain for 2014

European Ryder Cup captain decision may be delayed until after Abu Dhabi Championship

European Ryder Cup winning captain Jose Maria Olazabal kisses the trophy after the 2012 victory.

Dec 19, 2012

Darren Clarke and Paul McGinley are in the running to face Tom Watson, but Tour organisers may not now take the vote on the captaincy in the capital next year. Read Article European Ryder Cup captain decision may be delayed until after Abu Dhabi Championship

 

Tom Watson to take captaincy of the US team for a second time

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Dec 13, 2012

Tom Watson has been accepted the task of US Ryder Cup captain once again, making him the oldest to have held the post. Watson will be 65 when the next competition tees off in 2014. Read Article Tom Watson to take captaincy of the US team for a second time

 

Jim Furyk miserable after missed chance at Ryder Cup

MEDINAH, IL - SEPTEMBER 30: Jim Furyk of the USA reacts to a missed par putt on the 18th green during the Singles Matches for The 39th Ryder Cup at Medinah Country Club on September 30, 2012 in Medinah, Illinois. Andy Lyons/Getty Images/AFP== FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY == *** Local Caption *** 577445-01-09.jpg

Oct 03, 2012

The American was beaten by Sergio Garcia, who he had beaten at Brookline in 1999 as the United States stormed the singles to provide a comeback of similarly epic proportions. Read Article Jim Furyk miserable after missed chance at Ryder Cup

 

Paul McGinley is the man to succeed Jose Maria Olazabal

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Oct 03, 2012

Like Olazabal, McGinley thrived in team golf, winning the World Cup alongside Padraig Harrington in 1997 and playing in successful Ryder Cup campaigns from 2002 to 2006 Read Article Paul McGinley is the man to succeed Jose Maria Olazabal

 

While you were sleeping golf woke up to many new fans

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Oct 01, 2012

The Ryder Cup has always unified and divided golf's most passionate followers. But this year's edition may have pulled off an even bigger trick: converting the most casual of observers into true supporters. Read Article While you were sleeping golf woke up to many new fans

 

Jose Maria Olazabal says they won the Ryder Cup for Seve Ballesteros

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Oct 01, 2012

And Rory McIlroy got a little help from a friendly State Trooper, while Martin Kaymer thought about Bernhard Langer before his final putt. Read Article Jose Maria Olazabal says they won the Ryder Cup for Seve Ballesteros

 

Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods kept apart on final day

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Sep 30, 2012

European team to honour Seve Ballesteros by wearing the blue and white favoured by the Spanish great. Read Article Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods kept apart on final day

 

It does not take long for the tension to rise at the Ryder Cup

epa03413567 Team USA's Jim Furyk (R) gestures as he talks with Team Europe' Graeme McDowell of Northern Ireland (2nd R), Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland (2nd L) and teammate Brand Snedeker (L) near the green on the second hole during the Jim Furyk/Brant Snedeker versus Rory McIlroy/Graeme McDowell Foursome match at Medinah Country Club on the first day of the 2012 Ryder Cup between Team USA and Team Europe in Medinah, Illinois, USA, 28 September 2012. The Ryder Cup runs through Sunday 30 September. EPA/TAN

Sep 28, 2012

The importance of the competition to both sides was illustrated on the second hole of the opening foursome. Read Article It does not take long for the tension to rise at the Ryder Cup

 

Dedicated followers of a Ryder Cup legend Seve Ballesteros

Seve Ballesteros celebrates winning the British Open at St Andrews in 1984. Team Europe will honour the memory of the late Spaniard by displaying a silhouette of his iconic celebration in Scotland on the golf bag of each player during the Ryder Cup in Medinah, Illinois. AP Photo

Sep 27, 2012

The late Spaniard is held in the highest esteem by players and fans of both the US and Europe, but tributes to his memory may be more a hindrance than help, says Will Batchelor. Read Article Dedicated followers of a Ryder Cup legend Seve Ballesteros

 

Ryder Cup captains must lead by example

Davis Love III, left, and Jose Maria Olazabal have different leadership styles but are considerably experienced playing the Ryder Cup. Jamie Squire / Getty Images

Sep 26, 2012

Result at Medinah will depend on ability of Jose Maria Olazabal to inspire versus Davis Love III's contribution to conditions, writes John McAuley. Read Article Ryder Cup captains must lead by example

 

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