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Ryder Cup: Ex-Europe captain Paul McGinley BLASTS Team USA over lack of 'competitive preparation' after nine players took five weeks off before tournament defeat
01/10/23 20:03
Team USA failed to retain the Ryder Cup this year due to a lack of 'competitive preparation' ahead of the tournament, says former Europe captain Paul McGinley. Europe were comfortable winners out in Rome after following up a dominant opening two days with another strong showing in Sunday's singles matches. Despite the visitors testing their nerves towards the end of the day, Luke Donald's men eventually claimed a 16.5-11.5 victory to ensure America's 30-year wait for a Ryder Cup win across the pond goes on....read
SPORTS AGENDA: Bastian Schweinsteiger and his wife Ana Ivanovic are fans of Rory McIlroy... while Bob MacIntyre treats 12 pals to villa and tickets at the Ryder Cup
01/10/23 20:00MIKE KEEGAN: No doubting who drew the celebrity following in the singles. German football legend Schweinsteiger and his wife Ivanovic could be seen following Rory McIlroy's match.
Jubilant Ryder Cup wags plant kisses on their victorious Team Europe partners after emotional Rory McIlroy led them to victory over 'cheat' Americans
01/10/23 18:29The jubilant wives and girlfriends of the Ryder Cup victors were posing up a storm as they donned matching ensembles, sporting all-white outfits tops with yellow jackets.
Rory McIlroy says his furious row with Joe LaCava was the 'angriest I've ever been in my career' as he labels Patrick Cantlay's caddie's behaviour 'disgraceful'
01/10/23 17:58McIlroy was annoyed that LaCava initially didn't move out of the way, instead continuing to wave his cap over his head in celebration of Cantlay's birdie on the last.
USA Ryder Cup captain Zach Johnson breaks down in tears on live TV as he backs his team despite loss to Europe: 'My guys showed true heart, true grit'
01/10/23 17:54Speaking immediately after the result was confirmed, Johnson - who has received much criticism from US fans - congratulated Europe and became emotional when speaking about his 'guys'.
Robert MacIntyre hails Team Europe's 'incredible' Ryder Cup victory and admits it was 'nerve-wracking' on the final day - insisting he'll 'never forget this for the rest of my life'
01/10/23 17:42Europe needed four points from the 12 singles matches on Sunday in order to confirm their success. Tommy Fleetwood secured the winning point in Rome.
Champione! Champione! Ole, ole, ole': Team Europe celebrate their Ryder Cup triumph in style as the jubilant winners embrace and pop champagne in front of fans in Rome
01/10/23 17:28The final day of singles matches ended with both Europe and Team USA earning five wins apiece with two matches ending all square, securing victory for Luke Donald's side.
Jubilant Tommy Fleetwood shares his pride after Europe regained the Ryder Cup in dramatic fashion in Rome, as he hails the team's 'gigantic family' and salutes winning captain Luke Donald
01/10/23 17:11Fleetwood secured the winning point at Marco Simone after beating Rickie Fowler and had also initially guaranteed the half-point required to lead Europe over the line.
Pep Guardiola sends congratulatory message to 'incredible guy' Tommy Fleetwood after Team Europe's Ryder Cup triumph
01/10/23 17:04Man City boss Pep Guardiola has offered his congratulations to 'incredible guy' Tommy Fleetwood for his role in Europe's Ryder Cup success on Sunday.
Shane Lowry goes WILD in celebration after Europe regain the Ryder Cup - despite still having one hole to play in his own match!
01/10/23 15:58Shane Lowry celebrated wildly on the Marco Simone course as Europe regained the Ryder Cup trophy - despite still playing in his own singles match.
Ryder Cup: Patrick Cantlay will put drama aside to MARRY his fiancee Nikki Guidish in Rome tomorrow... after American star found himself at the center of cap-gate storm that saw his caddie rile rival Rory McIlroy
01/10/23 15:41'The start to an amazing week with incredible people,' Guidish wrote on social media alongside a selection of photos from the Ryder Cup's opening gala on the eve of the match.
Ryder Cup fan dives in to lake at Marco Simone Golf Club after Europe reclaim the trophy following Tommy Fleetwood's victory against Rickie Fowler
01/10/23 15:34Following Tommy Fleetwood's 3 & 1 victory over Rickie Fowler in their singles match, one fan decided to celebrate by diving into a lake on the course.
RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: Europe's big dogs show their bite as brutal contest in Rome ends in an ALMIGHTY beating for the USA... with Rory McIlroy starring as Tommy Fleetwood clinches Ryder Cup
01/10/23 15:03RIATH AL-SAMARRAI IN ROME: To the list of great Ryder Cup victories, add the European class of 2023. To the list of ruins in these parts, add the American golfers who came here as favourites.
Inside Ryder Cup's luxurious venue Marco Simone Golf and Country Club
01/10/23 14:30The Marco Simone Golf and Country Club will play host to some of the best golfers in the world - with Team USA looking to retain their title.
Ryder Cup: Patrick Cantlay hits out at 'outright lies' after it was claimed USA star wants to be paid to face Europe and refused to wear a cap in protest
01/10/23 14:26Patrick Cantlay branded reports that he refused to wear a cap at the Ryder Cup in protest at not being paid as 'outright lies' after he sealed victory over Justin Rose on Sunday.
Ryder Cup: Rory McIlroy DENIES meeting Patrick Cantlay's caddie Joe LaCava to clear the air following cap-gate spat
01/10/23 14:13It was reported earlier on Sunday that LaCava had reached out to McIlroy and the European team to apologize ahead of the final day at the Ryder Cup.
Niall Horan cuts a casual figure in a blue polo shirt as he joins fellow golf fan Mark Wahlberg for a day at the Ryder Cup PGA tournament in Rome
01/10/23 13:06Niall Horan cut a casual figure as on Saturday as he enjoyed a day out at the Ryder Cup competition in Rome, Italy.
Ryder Cup: Watch Justin Thomas taunt European fans by tipping imaginary cap to celebrate birdie putt amid furor over Patrick Cantlay's caddie
01/10/23 12:15The American tipped his 'hat' to European fans, who booed him as he left the green. Thomas responded by cupping his ear. He was among the USA players who had chosen to go without a cap.
Prince Albert of Monaco, wearing a Ryder Cup cap, cheers on Team Europe as he jets to Rome without Princess Charlene
01/10/23 12:11Prince Albert of Monaco was spotted enjoying the final day of action at the Ryder Cup golf tournament in Rome today.Jubilant Ryder Cup wags gather around Team Europe's Viktor Hovland as they don matching yellow jackets to support their golf star partners on final day of competition
01/10/23 12:05Ryder Cup WAGs were snapped cheering on their men in Rome today, during the final day of the Ryder Cup.
Divided loyalties! The US-raised golf WAGS supporting their European Ryder Cup team husbands - including captain Luke Donald's wife Diane and Erica McIlroy
01/10/23 10:47For Chicago-raised Diane Donald, wed to Europe captain Luke, and New York-born Erica Stoll, wife of Rory McIlroy, it was very much a case of following their men over the star-spangled banner...
Emotional Rory McIlroy leads Europe to victory over 'cheat' Americans at Ryder Cup: Emotional Northern Irish golfer says f-word row put 'fire in his belly' as US team is booed by hostile crowd and taunt their opponents
01/10/23 10:39McIlroy used the fuel of a heated row ahead of the final day of the Ryder Cup in Rome to put 'fire in his belly' and lead team Europe to victory.
Patrick Cantlay's caddie Joe LaCava 'meets with Rory McIlroy to clear the air and apologises to his European team-mates' after furious spat with the Northern Irish star at the Ryder Cup
01/10/23 10:21Patrick Cantlay's caddie Joe LaCava reached out to Rory McIlroy and the European team to apologise and clear the air ahead of the final day at the Ryder Cup .
The moment US golfer Justin Thomas 'kicks his own ball' at the Ryder Cup as Team USA faces accusations of 'playing dirty'
01/10/23 09:05Team USA golf star Justin Thomas was accused by fans last night of 'kicking his own ball' after footage emerged of him apparently stepping on it online.
Ryder Cup 2023 Day Three RECAP: Europe WIN the Ryder Cup with 16.5-11.5 victory over the United States after dominant performance... as Rory McIlroy ensures they get redemption in Rome
01/10/23 08:11Follow Mail Sport's live blog on day three of the Ryder Cup 2023 at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in Rome as Europe win the Ryder Cup 16.5-11.5.
The caddie who enraged Rory McIlroy in Ryder Cup 'cheating row': Northern Irish golfer's f-word altercation was sparked by American waving his cap in his face on the final green as bad blood tarnishes tournament
01/10/23 07:30McIlroy was annoyed that Patrick Cantlay's caddie LaCava initially didn't move from his eyeline, instead waving his cap over his head in celebration of Cantlay's birdie on the last.
Brooks Koepka always had the potential to be a problem child in this American Ryder Cup team but the sulking golfer is making wrong kind of history
30/09/23 21:30MIKE DICKSON: Spitting like a cobra, sulking like an adolescent, Brooks Koepka always had the potential to be a problem child in this American Ryder Cup team.
RYDER CUP DIARY: Former Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore joins Dragon's Den's Peter Jones in incredible Ryder Cup seats - and Rory McIlroy's dad faces the wrath of punters
30/09/23 21:30Former Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore was just one of the many enthralled spectators watching Europe press home their advantage on day two.
Rory McIlroy ANGERED in clash with Patrick Cantlay's caddie after exuberant celebration at the Ryder Cup on the day he was supposed to complete his redemption story
30/09/23 21:30OLIVER HOLT: When McIlroy walked down the hill from the 16th tee to the fairway as the shadows lengthened, it felt like one of the great scenes in the hinterland of this competition.
Ryder Cup final day singles matches revealed with Europe hero Jon Rahm facing world No 1 Scottie Scheffler first as US look to claw back deficit
30/09/23 19:07Justin Rose will take on Patrick Cantlay, while Rory McIlroy will be up against Sam Burns. Europe's Tommy Fleetwood will face Rickie Fowler in an intriguing clash.
Rory McIlroy has to be held back and bundled into his car by Shane Lowry in furious scenes at the Ryder Cup... as he appears to scream 'that is a f***ing disgrace' at caddie Joe LaCava after sportsmanship row on the 18th green
30/09/23 17:35Europe's talisman and his teammates were left incensed when Patrick Cantlay's caddie Joe LaCava celebrated in front of the Northern Irishman as he prepared for a crucial putt.
Europe left needing just four points to regain Ryder Cup on the final day in Rome, as United States fight back fails to put them in contention
30/09/23 17:33The finest golfers of the US started the day as a joke and they ended it as a punchline. But hats off to those Americans - they are not giving up this Ryder Cup to Europe without a fight.
USA Ryder Cup captain Zach Johnson is slammed after telling Jordan Spieth to switch club before the American dumps his tee shot in the water on crucial hole
30/09/23 17:02Stood on the tee at the 277-yard par-four 16th needing to win the hole to extend the match, Jordan Spieth pulled out driver only for Zach Johnson to step in and attempt to coach him out of it.
What do players earn for winning the Ryder Cup? Amid Patrick Cantlay's cap controversy
30/09/23 15:54The players at Marco Simone are accustomed to banking millions of dollars every year, but despite it being one of the biggest events in the game, they won't being seeing any dollar signs this weekend.
Ryder Cup: European fans mock Patrick Cantlay over reports he is refusing to wear a cap in protest at players not being paid
30/09/23 15:01Cantlay, 31, has been the only player not to don a cap under the Roman sunshine at Marco Simone this weekend and is also reportedly sitting in a separate area of the visitors' locker room.
Justin Timberlake cheers on Team USA as he soaks up the Ryder Cup action after teaming up with Tiger Woods
30/09/23 14:22Seen in a gallery at Marco Simone during the afternoon fourballs Saturday, Timberlake, dressed in all black in a polo, cap and sunglasses, chatted to other spectators as he watched on.
Ryder Cup: Jon Rahm hits back at Brooks Koepka's accusation of acting like a child
30/09/23 13:19The Spaniard, 28, and partner Nicolai Hojgaard clinched a crucial half point for Europe in the Friday fourballs after tying their match against Koepka and World no. 1 Scottie Scheffler on the 18th.
Paige Spiranac looks unrecognisable as she shows off 'Sexy Velma' and Pamela Anderson costumes and teases 31 outfits in 31 days through October ahead of Halloween
30/09/23 13:13Golf's self-styled glamor girl has close to 4m followers on her Instagram account, and she treated them to a behind-the-scenes look at her content shoot ahead of a big month on her 'Only Paige'.
Ryder Cup: Sam Burns taunts the European crowd after sinking a birdie putt to win the hole for Team USA
30/09/23 12:39Burns and Collin Morikawa rallied for Team USA going three up thru six against the European pairing that had thrashed Scotties Scheffler and Brooks Koepka 9&7 in the morning.
Ryder Cup: Jordan Spieth hits out at photographer during defeat
30/09/23 11:59Spieth, 30, let his frustrations boil over at Marco Simone during the morning foursomes session alongside his long-time pal Justin Thomas as they looked to claw the US back into the contest.
Europe move within FIVE points of Ryder Cup victory after crushing the Americans in morning foursomes with Brooks Koepka and Scottie Scheffler humiliated by record defeat amid rumours of SPLIT in US camp
30/09/23 10:29MIKE DICKSON IN ROME: Scheffler was later seen in tears after he and fellow world No 1 Koepka went down nine and seven to the young Scandinavian pairing of Hovland/ Aberg.
USA refuse to comment on reports Patrick Cantlay is not wearing a cap in protest at players not being paid for the Ryder Cup amid claims he's sitting away from his team-mates in the locker room
30/09/23 10:02MIKE KEEGAN IN ROME: According to Sky Sports, the Californian is sitting in a separate area of the visitors' dressing room with Xander Schauffele amid a split in the camp.
Moment world No 1 Scottie Scheffler breaks down in tears after HUMILIATING 9&7 defeat - the worst in Ryder Cup history - before he's dropped for the afternoon's matches
30/09/23 09:36Scheffler was seen crying on the back of a golf cart after he and Koepka crashed to a 9&7 defeat to European pair Viktor Hovland and Ludvig Aberg in the foursomes.
Stunned Justin Thomas mouths '9&7' to his caddy after realising USA Ryder Cup team-mates Brooks Koepka and Scottie Scheffler were pummelled by during record victory for Europe's Viktor Hovland and Ludvig Aberg
30/09/23 08:26A shocked Justin Thomas was filmed saying '9&7' to his caddy after discovering his Ryder Cup team-mates Brooks Koepka and Scottie Scheffler had suffered a record-breaking foursomes loss.
Ryder Cup 2023 Day Two RECAP: USA come out swinging in this afternoon's fourball matches claiming three points to go 10.5-5.5 ahead of Sunday's singles
30/09/23 04:47Follow Mail Sport's live blog on day two of the Ryder Cup 2023 at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in Rome as Team Europe lead Team USA 10.5-4.5 ahead of Saturday's Foursomes.
Luke Donald hails Europe's 'sensational' Ryder Cup start against illness-hit US team as Jon Rahm, Viktor Hovland and Justin Rose hole 'dream' putts while Brooks Koepka sulks
29/09/23 21:38MIKE KEEGAN IN ROME: Luke Donald's men responded to their 2021 thrashing with a first-ever perfect morning before a resolute afternoon on day one at the Ryder Cup in Rome.
OLIVER HOLT: Golf is easy when you're playing with The Stud. Ludvig Aberg symbolises the magic that flowed through Team Europe and his day one heroics at the 2023 Ryder Cup even left Novak Djokovic star-struck
29/09/23 21:31OLIVER HOLT IN ROME: Ludvig Aberg, the 23-year-old prodigy was selected to play in the 44th edition of the Ryder Cup competition even though he only turned professional a few months ago.
Surprise party ends with sore heads aplenty as Europe's crazy Ryder Cup performance leaves supporters drinking in the sun and the beers in an 'I was there' moment
29/09/23 20:20MIKE KEEGAN IN ROME: The sun was out and the hosts shone. Peroni beer was on tap. Jon Rahm, and the rhapsody in blue polo shirts, were on top. Those who flocked here drank it in and rubbed it in.
RYDER CUP DIARY: Ferrari's Formula One ace distracts spectators, sponsors shunt fans out the way and Rome's taxi drivers cash-in on the opening day
29/09/23 20:01MIKE KEEGAN IN ROME: The Ryder Cup returned for its 44th edition as Rome was packed out with Europe and USA supporters clamouring for a chance to see golf's greatest competition.
Jena Sims and America's Ryder Cup WAGs show off their own locker room at the course in Rome - complete with Team USA outfits - before heading out on the course as they console their men after shocking losses
29/09/23 19:51It's not only the players and captains on America's Ryder Cup team receiving superstar treatment this week - with the wives and girlfriends also afforded their own locker room at the course in Rome.
Brooks Koepka digs out Jon Rahm for 'acting like a child' as Europe romp to day one dominance at the Ryder Cup and insists USA can stage a Roman recovery by acting like 'grown-ups'
29/09/23 19:07Brooks Koepka was in no mood to praise the brilliance of Jon Rahm after Team Europe's opening day dominance at the Ryder Cup as the American fumed at his opponent's behaviour.
Ryder Cup 2023: Matt Fitzpatrick pays tribute to Rory McIlroy after the Northern Irishman helps his Team Europe partner overcome his previous struggles: 'He's a dream to play with'
29/09/23 18:20MIKE DICKSON IN ROME: Fitzpatrick took his cue from his partner in the afternoon Fourballs and went on a front nine tear that saw him make four birdies and an eagle in five holes.
Andrew Coltart SLAMS Team USA's 'disgraceful' Ryder Cup preparation as Europe dominate on day one after nine members of Zach Johnson's squad took five weeks off before the tournament got underway
29/09/23 18:13The Ryder Cup is the pinnacle of golf with the ongoing 44th edition taking place at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club on the outskirts of Rome, but Team USA slumped on the opening day.
Justin Rose is 'delighted' after stopping Team USA from getting any 'red on the board' at the Ryder Cup, while Rory McIlroy and Matt Fitzpatrick revel in Europe's dominance on day one
29/09/23 17:15Justin Rose was Team Europe's rescuer as he denied USA from salvaging a first win on the opening day of the Ryder Cup by showing his calm and experience on the final hole.
Team Europe storm to early lead on day one of the 2023 Ryder Cup - after clean sweep in the morning matches is followed by strong performances from Luke Donald's side in the fourballs
29/09/23 16:38RIATH AL-SAMARRAI IN ROME: Rome wasn't built in a day but the US were demolished in a morning. Rarely since the Coliseum was stocked with lions has there been such a one-sided encounter.
Gary Lineker celebrates Team Europe's dream start against the USA on the first day of the Ryder Cup with a X-rated joke on social media
29/09/23 15:30Luke Donald's plan to open with foursomes paid dividends at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, with Team Europe whitewashing their American opponents 4-0.
Here come the girls! Team USA Ryder Cup WAGS match in stripey dresses while their European counterparts are just as glam in black tank tops and shorts
29/09/23 13:52Katherine Morikawa, wife of USA's Collin Morikawa lead the glamour in a white and blue striped dressed with a ruffle neckline and sunglasses as she basked in the Rome sunshine.
Ryder Cup 2023: American fans slam 'pathetic' start from Team USA after they are SWEPT 4-0 by Europe on the opening morning in Rome: 'You guys need to wake the hell up!'
29/09/23 12:02Taking to Twitter after waking up, one American golf fan wrote on X: 'Team USA s****ing the bed overseas again. What a pathetic showing,' while another added: 'You guys need to wake the hell up!'
Bookmakers Paddy Power PAY OUT bets placed on Team Europe to win the 2023 Ryder Cup after stunning start to play on opening day in Rome
29/09/23 11:45Bookmakers Paddy Power are paying out bets placed on Team Europe to win the Ryder Cup after Luke Donald's side put in a dominant day one performance.
Ryder Cup 2023: Stars including Novak Djokovic, Gareth Bale and Tom Grennan descend on Rome as Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll joins WAGS cheering on Europe - after desperate fans sprinted in to get the best view at 6.30am
29/09/23 10:25The prestigious Ryder Cup got underway this morning at the stunning Italian Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in Rome. Thousands of excited fans raced to get a seat for the action.
Viktor Hovland and Jon Rahm dazzle as Europe make the perfect start in their bid to reclaim the Ryder Cup... winning all four morning matches to take a 4-0 lead in Rome
29/09/23 10:03Luke Donald's decision to start with foursomes for the first time since 1993 paid handsome dividends as his side swept an opening session for the first time in the contest's history.
Thousands of Ryder Cup fans desperately sprint to grab a seat around the raucous first tee in Rome at 6:30am with 4,700 expected to attend day one of the clash between Europe and the USA
29/09/23 08:22In scenes reminiscent of the Grand National , fans gathered at the entrance of the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club before being let loose as dawn broke.
Flat caps, cigarettes... and alligators! As the Ryder Cup starts today, Mail Sport looks back at the competition's glorious history
29/09/23 08:06As the tournament tees off on Friday, Mail Sport looks at how much has changed over the years since the Ryder Cup first took place at Worcester Country Club, Massachusetts, in 1927.
Ryder Cup 2023 day one RECAP: Jon Rahm, Viktor Hovland and Justin Rose produce sensational clutch putts on the 18th hole in a jaw dropping finish to day one and deny USA three points, with Europe taking a five-point lead into Saturday
29/09/23 04:44Follow Mail Sport's live blog as Ryder Cup 2023 gets underway, with Rory McIlroy set to feature on Day One at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club.
EXCLUSIVE: British fans will outnumber those of all other nations at the 2023 Ryder Cup - including hosts Italy... as hordes of Brits are hit with lengthy delays at Rome Airport
28/09/23 21:52EXCLUSIVE: Mail Sport understands that Europe supporters from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have snapped up more tickets than any other country
RYDER CUP DIARY: Inside the glamorous Gala Dinner menu, it's all smiles so far on the green - and next year's Team Europe captain is already causing a headache
28/09/23 21:43MIKE KEEGAN: On Wednesday night, WAGs in their finest dresses and their suited-and-booted other halves headed to a rooftop terrace at Terme di Caracalla for the Ryder Cup Gala Dinner.
Europe and USA Ryder Cup 2023 captains Luke Donald and Zach Johnson ditch the Seve-style emotion and put faith in the 'nerd herd'
28/09/23 21:31OLIVER HOLT IN ROME: Donald and Johnson, the respective Ryder Cup captains, have spoken often this week without saying much. That is not a criticism. In fact, it is meant as a compliment.
Ryder Cup 2023 struggling to win over the locals with only 10 per cent of tickets sold within Italy... with golf only around the 15th most popular sport in the country
28/09/23 21:30MIKE DICKSON: For the host nation, not unlike Paris five years ago, it is a case of playing host to other nationalities, and to walk the course is to be struck by the conspicuous lack of locals.
RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: The Ryder Cup's ceremonious build-up in Rome has brought syrup, singing and schmaltz... finally, it's now time for the swinging
28/09/23 21:30RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: The 44th Ryder Cup will commence on Friday morning, bringing an end to the preamble of fluff and guff and heralding a start to what matters - the actual sport.
RYDER CUP FOURSOMES: Mail Sport's predictions for the morning match-ups as Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton take on Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns in a brilliant opener
28/09/23 21:30Ahead of the Ryder Cup's first tee-off at 6.35am on Friday, Mail Sport's RIATH AL-SAMARRAI takes a look at the intriguing match-ups between Team USA and Team Europe.
Ryder Cup WAGS: As players get set to tee off in this year's tournament, they're supported by VERY glamorous partners - including a TikTok star, model and college sweetheart
28/09/23 19:14It's not only the famous golfers like Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, and Colin Morikawa who will be drawing attention during the competition in Rome. Their stunning WAGS will likely turn heads too.
Ryder Cup 2023 will start with a bang on Friday morning as Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton lead out Team Europe against American duo Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns in Rome
28/09/23 15:05Team Europe are set to take on Team USA at Marco Simone Golf Club in Rome, with the USA the reigning champions after their 19-9 victory back in 2021.
Is Michael Jordan EUROPE'S secret 2023 Ryder Cup weapon? He's friends and Florida neighbors with Luke Donald - their families vacation together, they go on fishing trips and the American even helped him reach World No 1
28/09/23 12:39Luke Donald and Michael Jordan might seem an unlikely friendship but it might just be the partnership that helps Europe's Ryder Cup captain mastermind victory this weekend.
Ryder Cup 2023 stars tuck into four-course gourmet Italian feast at the tournament's gala dinner featuring 'tender beef' and 'FAKE tomato' on the eve of the competition
28/09/23 12:35The long-held tradition is a black tie event, and dressed in their finery, both teams paused competitive hostilities to enjoy the lavish meal after taking in Rome's iconic Spanish Steps.
Europe's Viktor Hovland lands a stunning HOLE-IN-ONE on 376-yard par four on the final day of practice ahead of the Ryder Cup 2023... as fans joke he achieved the feat 'on the wrong day'
28/09/23 12:18On the fifth hole, which is 376 yards and a par 4, the Norwegian hit a thunderous tee shot which went all the way. This would have scored him an Albatross, which is the equivalent of three-under.
From peppering pins to pitching insurance! American Ryder Cup hero Chip Beck earned millions but had 46 missed cuts in a row and six expensive kids... and swapped the greens for a salesman job
28/09/23 06:24RIATH AL-SAMARRAI IN ROME: By the salesman's estimate, the majority of his customers know who he is and who he was. But every so often someone will roll in Florida with no idea of who Chip Beck is.
RYDER CUP DIARY: Team Europe WAGs go up against their US rivals in fashion stakes at Thursday's opening ceremony... while Brooks Koepka is the only LIV golfer in Rome
27/09/23 21:31RYDER CUP DIARY: It is a battle that may well be as keenly contested as the Ryder Cup itself. Over the next few days, plenty of eyes and camera lenses will be on the other halves of the players.
Ryder Cup: US fans flock to Rome in hope of first victory on European soil for 30 years with heavy support expected for the defending champions
27/09/23 21:30MIKE KEEGAN IN ROME: Zach Johnson's men will enjoy a heavier level of backing at Marco Simone than they received in Paris four years ago, with as many as 15,000 expected at the course each day.
Ryder Cup: Brooks Koepka loves being the villain of the piece... he is worth his weight in gold to Team USA this week - to hell with the LIV script
27/09/23 21:30RIATH AL-SAMARRAI IN ROME: He wasn't part of the Team USA picture on arrival - he travelled alone. And the reason he was in Chicago is because he plays with that other band of brothers, LIV,
Ryder Cup: Tennis star Novak Djokovic shows off his swing in All Star game in Rome as he reveals support for Team Europe
27/09/23 21:30MIKE DICKSON IN ROME: Djokovic resurfaced at the Ryder Cup, and after showing off his golfing prowess in Rome declared that he will be supporting Europe, and Rory McIlroy in particular.
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Sunderland fans spotted holding their heads after being struck by bottles thrown by Newcastle fans as supporters clash ahead of derby day
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Former England captain John Terry appears to back calls to ban the burqa on Instagram post about Bengali signage at a London Underground station
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Mick McCarthy calls Roy Keane a 'c***' and Steve Coogan's new movie about their Ireland World Cup feud a 'heap of s***' in rage over how he was portrayed
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Inside the tumultuous coaching career of Katie Price's ex Dwight Yorke: Man United legend walked out on 'pub team' Australian club in shocking fallout and quit his home nation over salary row
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Kevin Durant passes Michael Jordan and LeBron James breaks another major record on historic night in NBA
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Andy Carroll enjoys dream start to managerial career with KSI watching on - as former Liverpool star leads Dagenham & Redbridge to victory in first game in charge
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Liverpool launch complaint to Elon Musk's X social media platform after AI chatbot Grok posted despicable tweets about club and their fans: INSIDE SPORT
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EXCLUSIVEEngland legend Emile Heskey caught up in £15m 'fraudulent' deal for top football club in Cyprus - years after he was declared bankrupt
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EXCLUSIVE'It's the feeling of winning... you can't replace it': Racing legend RACHAEL BLACKMORE on Cheltenham glory, adjusting to retirement... and going off chocolate!
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Lando Norris fears F1's dangerous new engine rules could lead to a 'big accident' - as Max Verstappen makes another hint he could quit the sport unless 'there is some action' taken
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Caroline Wozniacki shows off her toned body in incredible yacht holiday photos - with former world No 1 looking set to retire AGAIN at 35
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Chelsea and Germany legend Michael Ballack breaks down as he opens up on the 'unimaginable' death of his 18-year-old son for the first time
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Patrice Evra fumes at Man United's trio of pundits trying to 'kill' Michael Carrick's career: Frenchman brutally calls out Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Paul Scholes
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Lindsey Vonn reveals incredible update on her Winter Olympics crash recovery as she rises from wheelchair to work out less than a month after she almost had her leg amputated
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Jamie O'Hara WALKS OFF his radio show set as Tottenham fans are relentlessly mocked while plunging towards Premier League relegation with a string of memes and jokes
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Youssef Chermiti scores stunning overhead kick to give Rangers perfect start in Old Firm derby
Wrote himself into Old Firm folklore
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Former England star Jonny Bairstow appeals to Sir Keir Starmer for help after being stranded in Middle East amid Iran drones and missiles
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Ruben Loftus-Cheek shares gruesome picture after losing several teeth and suffering broken jaw - as England star breaks silence on injury
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Jack Wilshere is DRAGGED away by his Luton players as angry ex-Arsenal star confronts Hatters fans after they chant his side are 'embarrassing' after dropping points in promotion race
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Team GB heartbreak as Winter Olympic curling gold slips away in devastating echo of Beijing 2022 as Bruce Mouat and Co fall to cunning Canadians
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Tiger Woods hints he could RETURN at the Masters as golf legend, 50, recovers from seventh back surgery