muttleee
Tour Rookie
Some Americans think Europe takes the whole Ryder Cup Captain selection process too seriously.
LanDog
Journeyman Pro
As soon as I seen that I knew Geoff Shackelford would've been involved.
He has a point, but I think that if the U.S. were winning more then they wouldn't be saying this. A bit petty to be honest
Tongo
Journeyman Pro
What's the match score in recent Ryder Cup's Geoff?
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Deleted member 15344
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Thats actually very very funny - that he is being that serious
After all the circus with Watson getting it
Maybe they should take it a bit more serious - they might actually get a better captain
Imurg
The Grinder Of Pars (Semi Crocked)
Plenty of talk this morning of DL3 getting another chance as US Captain.
Miracle of Hazeltine anyone?
Miracle of Hazeltine anyone?
Tongo
Journeyman Pro
Bring back Lanny Wadkins! I reckon he'd like Patrick Reed.
bernix
Challenge Tour Pro
a point that speaks for Padraig Harrington is that the RC will be in America and he played on the pga tour full time - well almost. in spite of his strong irish accent he's got my vote (but i am not eligable)
6inchcup
Journeyman Pro
PETER ALLIS isnt doing anything,just a thought
drdel
Tour Rookie
Clarke would be fine - but its a narrow thing.
If the US looses again anyone taking bets on whether we can look forward to a change in format/rules !
If the US looses again anyone taking bets on whether we can look forward to a change in format/rules !
paddyc
Challenge Tour Pro
I've said this before and I am still of the opinion that Sandy Lyle more than deserves a shot at the captaincy. He is still the only European (double) major winning champion from the 80s and 90s that has not been given the honour and I think its outrageous. He is popular in the states and well known. Yes, Lyle's had his run ins with the authorities, but so did Seve. Don't get me wrong McGinley did a great job, but should he have been awarded the captaincy, ahead of a scot and past winner of the Masters and Open Championship, for the Ryder Cup in his homeland. Yes Clarke will probably get the nod, due to the support of his peers , but for Sandy not to be given the opportunity in the past and in the future is a real shame.
Tongo
Journeyman Pro
I think the boat has sailed for Sandy. (Not that that is his fault) The trend these days is to pick a player in his mid 40's who the team are likely to have played alongside, i.e a player from their own generation. The Tom Watson shocker from last year has probably further emphasised that policy.
JohnnyDee
Tour Winner
What time's the announcement expected? Anyone know?
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Deleted member 15344
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Darren Clarke announced as Ryder Cup Captan
Did Sandy Lyle upset anyone? I don't know him, didn't follow golf when he was at his peak to be honest but it seems as though ignoring him has been deliberate. I agree that now is too late for him but it seems strange that he has been overlooked.
Hacker Khan
Yurt Dwelling, Yoghurt Knitter
Not sure he would have the type of personality to 'rally the troops' so to speak.
Liverbirdie
Ryder Cup Winner
Why did they hold the meetings at Wentworth?
I believe its overpriced, not that great, the biscuits are rubbish and the coffee caddy is so hard to use.
Woburn, Swinley are miles better and good VFM, and they have a tea lady.
I believe its overpriced, not that great, the biscuits are rubbish and the coffee caddy is so hard to use.
Woburn, Swinley are miles better and good VFM, and they have a tea lady.
richart
Major Champion
It is in the South though.:thup:Why did they hold the meetings at Wentworth?
I believe its overpriced, not that great, the biscuits are rubbish and the coffee caddy is so hard to use.
Woburn, Swinley are miles better and good VFM, and they have a tea lady.
Liverbirdie
Ryder Cup Winner
maybe dour from troon will come up with the closest viable alternatives now after calling nonsense on saying theres no-one even close
williamalex1
Money List Winner
They could have held it at Ibrox, its recently became quite popular.Why did they hold the meetings at Wentworth?
I believe its overpriced, not that great, the biscuits are rubbish and the coffee caddy is so hard to use.
Woburn, Swinley are miles better and good VFM, and they have a tea lady.
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