Written by Edward Colman on Thursday 6 October 2016
Former Manchester United winger Lee Sharpe takes the game more seriously than most retired footballers. The three-time Premier League title winner, is aiming to join the European Senior Tour when he hits 50 in 2021. His handicap was two until a recent “bad couple of weeks” saw it slip to its current 2.6. But this minor setback won’t deter him from his...
Written by Edward Colman on Wednesday 5 October 2016
Jack Nicklaus was fighting back tears as he led the tributes to Arnold Palmer in a moving speech at the King’s memorial service on Tuesday. Nicklaus’s tribute centred on the pair’s special bond and moved many of those in attendance to tears at the Saint Vincent Basilica Parish at Saint Vincent College. “I hurt like you hurt,” he said. “You don’t lose a...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Brandt Snedeker mastered the greens at Hazeltine during the Ryder Cup and in our latest issue he has been sharing his secrets. He openly admits he’s no match for Bubba or Dustin in the power stakes, but Brandt Snedeker has always subscribed to the theory that you drive for show, putt for dough. His old-school “popping” stroke has become his trademark down...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Europe failed to overturn a three-point deficit going into Sunday’s singles matches as they fell to a 17-11 defeat at Hazeltine National. Here is how players on both sides reacted to the result… Team Europe Rory McIlroy admitted he struggled in the final few holes of his epic battle with Patrick Reed on Sunday. “It’s disappointing for us as a team and for...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Hazeltine head pro Chandler Withington reveals how you can play three of the shots which were pivotal in this year’s Ryder Cup. The shot: 17th tee shot None of the 24 Ryder Cup players hit their irons dead straight. They all have a stock shape, but adapt to suit the task in front of them. The choice at 17 was a fade held against...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Despite Andy Sullivan holding his own throughout his first appearance at a Ryder Cup, the Englishman failed to register a single point over the weekend leaving him frustrated. Speaking to reporters Sullivan also admitted he struggled to cope with the atmosphere at Hazaeltine National during the weekend. “When you’re a rookie, you’re not quite seasoned in this sort of atmosphere,” he said. “It’s...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Here’s our guide to the equipment used by Darren Clarke’s troops at Hazeltine National during the 2016 Ryder Cup. Andy Sullivan Driver: Ping G 10 Aldila Rogue Silver Limited Edition 60TX Fairway Wood: Ping G 13.5 degrees Aldila Rogue Silver 70TX Hybrid: Ping G 17 degrees Aldila Tour Blue Hybrid Irons: Ping S55 3-PW Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour Putter: Cadence TR...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Here’s how Twitter reacted to the United States taking the Sunday singles by storm to claim their first Ryder Cup victory since 2008. READ REACTION FROM DARREN CLARKE HERE [View the story “Ryder Cup reaction” on Storify]...
Written by Edward Colman on Sunday 2 October 2016
Darren Clarke delivered a poignant speech at the closing ceremony of the 2016 Ryder Cup as he led the tributes to the late great Arnold Palmer. He said: “All the 24 players on this stage did themselves, their families and Samuel Ryder himself, proud. This week has been played under the shadow of Mr Palmer’s passing. “But I’m sure he...
Written by Edward Colman on Sunday 2 October 2016
Want to know which equipment was used by Davis Love III’s troops at Hazeltine? Look no further… We have put together this guide detailing who was using what at Hazeltine National as the United States of American brought to an end their dismal record in recent Ryder Cup tournaments, getting the better of an inexperienced Team Europe side captained by...
Written by Edward Colman on Sunday 2 October 2016
Team U.S.A clinched the 41st Ryder Cup at Hazeltine National, lifting the trophy for the first time in eight years. Wildcard pick Ryan Moore sealed the job for the hosts as he secured the decisive point after beating European Ryder Cup veteran Lee Westwood. Europe went into the singles with dreams of another miracle of Medinah and while Clarke’s team started...
Written by Edward Colman on Sunday 2 October 2016
Despite a spirited Team Europe fight back it is advantage Team U.S.A going into the final day at Hazeltine. The hosts are leading 9 ½ – 6 ½ and needing five points to claim the Cup for the first time since 2008, and Davis Love III is planning a strong line-up early doors to try and finish the job. Every American player...
Written by Edward Colman on Saturday 1 October 2016
A resurgent Team Europe fought back from a 4-0 foursomes whitewash to cut the USA’s lead to 5-3 after day one of the Ryder Cup at Hazeltine National. Henrik Stenson and Justin Rose were out for revenge after suffering defeat to Jordan Spieth and Patrick Reed in the foursomes and didn’t disappoint as they enjoyed a 5&4 victory over their opponents. With...
Friday 30 September 2016
The greatest spectacle in golf has come and gone, here is how it ended up at Hazeltine. Europe has won eight of the last 10 matches dating back to 1995, but it’s a team in transition. The USA convened a special Task Force and appointed a captain with previous experience and a score to settle as they search for a winning formula. Both...
Friday 30 September 2016
The wives and girlfriends (WAGs) of the Team Europe and Team USA players competing at Hazeltine. Erica Stoll and Rory McIlroy Paulina Gretzky and Dustin Johnston Angela Akins and Sergio Garcia Annie Verret and Jordan Spieth Sabine Lisicki and Martin Kaymer Erin Walker and Jimmy Walker Kate Rose and Justin Rose Amy Mickelson and Phil Mickelson Sybi Kuchar and Matt Kuchar Emma...
Written by Edward Colman on Friday 30 September 2016
The Olympic medal winning duo of Justin Rose and Henrik Stenson will kick-off team Europe’s battle to win a fourth successive Ryder Cup in Friday’s opening foursomes. Speaking at the opening ceremony European captain Darren Clarke also said that all his rookies “will play before the singles”, however he added went on to say that the state of the match would...
Written by Edward Colman on Thursday 29 September 2016
Piers Morgan is backing America in the Ryder Cup. With Ryder Cup fever sweeping across Europe, one of the nation’s most polarising public figures is supporting the States in golf’s showpiece event – thanks to the UK’s decision to leave the E.U. in this summer’s referendum. He said: “I’m shooting for the USA all the way.” In a possible attempt to rebuild Morgan-American...
Written by Edward Colman on Thursday 29 September 2016
A lot of airtime and column inches have been given over to the topic of home advantage in the build-up to this year’s Ryder Cup but does it really make a difference? Measuring 7,628 yards, Hazeltine National is the second longest course to stage the Ryder Cup and with plenty of big hitters in the US ranks it certainly seems to...
Written by Edward Colman on Thursday 29 September 2016
Did you know that 11% of home insurance policies include cover for scoring a hole-in-one? There is no bigger shot in golf than a hole-in-one and as the sport’s biggest stars prepare for the Ryder Cup this Friday, thousands of spectators will be hoping to see one. Data provided by financial information business Defaqto shows that 56 out of 488 (11%) home...
Written by Edward Colman on Wednesday 28 September 2016
Europe and America renew the greatest rivalry in golf at Hazeltine. National from September 30–October 2. Here is how they line up: The greatest spectacle in golf is here and it promises to be another epic battle. Europe has won eight of the last 10 matches dating back to 1995, but it’s a team in transition. The USA convened a special Task...