Articles filed under Ryder Cup Team USA
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Images: Europe comes back to win the Ryder Cup
Oct 2, 2012 10:10 AM - The European Ryder Cup team came into Sunday trailing the US 10 - 6. They staged an historic 14 1/2 to 13 1/2 comeback to retain the Ryder Cup for another two years. -
For Europe's best, this was the miracle at Medinah
Oct 1, 2012 1:29 PM - It could be argued that this was the greatest comeback in sports history, considering the pressure, the circumstances, the location, the way the U.S. team had performed for two days and the sheer number of points Europe had to get in a single day of play at the Ryder Cup.
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Local businesses are Ryder winners, but big gain could be future for DuPage
Oct 1, 2012 7:34 AM - The Ryder Cup is on target to provide an immediate economic influx of about $130 million for businesses in the region, including about $80 million for DuPage County businesses, officials say. And long-term benefits could be in store as local officials woo visiting executives from around the world. "The Ryder Cup puts DuPage County on the world stage," said Greg Bedalov, CEO of Choose DuPage. -
Furyk, Mickelson had their chances to win
Sep 30, 2012 9:21 PM - One up. Two holes to play. That was the situation both Phil Mickelson and Jim Furyk found themselves in Sunday afternoon at the Ryder Cup. Hang onto those leads and the U.S. would almost certainly claim victory at Medinah Country Club. Somehow, though, both matches unraveled before millions of unbelieving eyes. -
Recapping the Ryder Cup singles matchesSep 30, 2012 8:57 PM - Here is a capsule look at the 12 singles matches Sunday in the 39th Ryder Cup.
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Was this the last Ryder for winless Stricker?
Sep 30, 2012 8:44 PM - Did Steve Stricker, who's had more birthdays than golf has had Ryder Cups, just play in his last Team USA vs. Team Europe competition? If so, will his lasting Ryder Cup memory be his last putt? The clutch eight-footer gave the United States hope, only to see opponent Martin Kaymer match the par-saver with a five-footer to halve the 18th hole, win the head-to-head match and secure victory for Europe. Stricker took the collar in the 39th Ryder Cup at sunny, jam-packed Medinah Country Club, going 0-4, as Europe rallied from Sunday's four-point deficit for a stunning 14½-13½ victory. -
Europeans stun everyone but themselves to keep the Cup
Sep 30, 2012 8:25 PM - The Europeans did their best to convince everyone, themselves included, that they actually had a chance to rally from America's commanding 4-point lead and retain the Ryder Cup. Needing 8 points out of Sunday's 12 singles matches, the Europeans turned what seemed improbable into reality with a stunning display of golf, winning 14½ to 13½ in the largest comeback on foreign soil. -
Emotional Poulter recall's Seve's spirit
Sep 30, 2012 8:15 PM - A clearly emotional Ian Poulter stood on the 18th green at Medinah Country Club on Sunday and remembered with fondness the person most people believe is the best European golfer of all time: Seve Ballesteros. He'd be the proudest man in the world right now," Poulter said, his eyes welling up. -
Scotland set to host 40th Ryder Cup
Sep 30, 2012 6:57 PM - The 40th Ryder Cup will be held at Gleneagles in Scotland in 2014. The next Ryder Cup held in America will be in Minnesota in 2016. -
Europe retains Ryder Cup in improbable finish
Sep 30, 2012 5:29 PM - Europe has retained the Ryder Cup, completing an improbable comeback from a 4-point deficit. Martin Kaymer delivered the crucial 14th point with a 1-up victory over Steve Stricker. When Kaymer rolled in the 6-foot putt to clinch the match Sunday, he threw up his arms in triumph and shook his fists. His teammates, surrounding the green, roared and grabbed anyone within reach for a hug. European captain Jose Maria Olazabal, watching from the middle of the fairway, closed his eyes and looked skyward.
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