PhilTheFragger
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Word on twitter is that TB is the man.
But is he Captain material ? Or was it "his turn"?
Discuss .....
But is he Captain material ? Or was it "his turn"?
Discuss .....
Thomas Bjorn next Ryder Cup Captain
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Imurg
The Grinder Of Pars (Semi Crocked)
Yes and Yes....
He'll have the respect of the players and those eyebrows will scare the Yanks to death...
He'll have the respect of the players and those eyebrows will scare the Yanks to death...
PhilTheFragger
Provider of Entertainment for the Golfing Gods 🙄
Isn't he a bit "quiet"?
Should the captain have a bit of "character"
Or is steely determined and unflambuoyant the way to go?
Slightly devils advocate
Should the captain have a bit of "character"
Or is steely determined and unflambuoyant the way to go?
Slightly devils advocate
makaveli
Assistant Pro
Good luck to Thomas! Hopefully his picks and pairings will be smarter than Darren's...
Thomas will be a good captain, he looks like he has that no nonsense approach and the players will respect that.
Norrin Radd
Tour Winner
the word on twitter says ,
hmmmm not true though is it.
he might get the job but, he hasnt yet.
hmmmm not true though is it.
he might get the job but, he hasnt yet.
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https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www....omas-bjorn-named-2018-european-003322038.html
I think it could be safe to speculate that he will be captain
Think he will be a good captain - served his time as a vice , has been around enough Ryder Cups to see how it's all done and not done - think it's a good choice and the natural choice
PaulyMcK
Assistant Pro
Telegraph, GolfDigest and GOlf.com all running with the story this morning.
Norrin Radd
Tour Winner
he probably will get the nod
but he hasnt yet
until it is formally announced its still gossip and speculation.
but he hasnt yet
until it is formally announced its still gossip and speculation.
Do you mean like Darren? Mmmmmmm
Captains come in all shapes, sizes and styles. McGinley was steely and not flambouyant and was probably the best captain Europe have ever had. Knowing the job, knowing the players, having a clear mind and listening to advice is probably the key. TB has served his time as player, VC and as a rep on the ET. He deserves a shot.
HankMarvin
Tour Rookie
I am sure he is up for the job & knows what its all about. I am just glad DC didn't get to pick is mate for the job
Doh
Journeyman Pro
I am sure he will make a good captain, does not come across to me as quite was he not the players union rep at one time. So he must have their respect.
Norrin Radd
Tour Winner
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any chance you could give us all an insight to your HATRED of Lee Westwood?
you are like a broken record mate ,and like a bad smell that rises up from nowhere whenever the opportunity to knock Westwood comes your way.
it seems its the only time you ever post on here.
how about giving it a rest as I and im sure others are getting relly fed up with your drivel spouted at Westwood.
Garush34
Journeyman Pro
I think he'll make a good captain, has been around enough Ryder cups to know what works and what doesn't. Yeah maybe he was chosen because it was his turn, but who else would you pick instead of him at this time that would make a better choice?
drewster
Tour Rookie
I think he'll do a good job. He's not in the clicky elite so Westwood will actually have to play his way in. It'll be interesting to see if the selection process remains the same or whether he'll have more or less picks and if he can pick the best Europeans or the best members of the European Tour. I know we've been here before but there seems to be a surge of opinion for it to be open to all eligible Europeans ...... Rory definitely said it was the way to go for him.
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I wasn't aware of Kaymer and Clarke being particularly close, certainly not close enough to be classed as mates
Doon frae Troon
Ryder Cup Winner
Isn't he a bit "quiet"?
Should the captain have a bit of "character"
Or is steely determined and unflambuoyant the way to go?
Slightly devils advocate
Good choice, best available.
He is just off the top playing level so knows the form players.
Strong character who does not suffer fools gladly. Press conferences might be lively.:lol:
Probably a good move to have a non English speaking captain ( as native Tongue) as its in France. I would imagine Tommy speaks a few different languages.
been around a while and is still on the tour playing with guys who will be in contention for playing in it over the next few years.
been around a while and is still on the tour playing with guys who will be in contention for playing in it over the next few years.
Official now, Big Thomas is in the hot seat, good luck to him 😀
Norrin Radd
Tour Winner
CONGRATULATIONS to Thomas and lets hope he can win it back for us .
