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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. -
Closing rush by Woods falls just short
Sep 29, 2012 10:14 PM - Say this much for Tiger Woods: He can still send a lightning bolt of electricity across Medinah Country Club. Woods, who claimed the 1999 and 2006 PGA Championships at Medinah, had throngs of Ryder Cup fans going absolutely berserk Saturday afternoon as he and partner Steve Stricker clawed back being 4-down after nine holes and almost pulling out a half-point for the ages. -
Fans help create magic moments at Medinah
Sep 29, 2012 9:04 PM - Congratulations, Chicago. The energy, exuberance and rowdiness fans have brought to Medinah Country Club this weekend for the 39th Ryder Cup has players and commentators alike raving over your conduct. "I've never seen this many people on a golf course, whether for a Ryder Cup or for any golf event," said NBC reporter Jimmy Roberts, who is at his 10th Ryder Cup. -
Images: Saturday at the Ryder Cup
Sep 29, 2012 7:36 PM - Images from Saturday at Medinah Country Club and the 39th Ryder Cup tournament. Saturday featured the US team taking a commanding 10 - 6 lead over team Europe heading into the final round on Sunday. -
When it comes to pressure, Bradley's in control
Sep 28, 2012 9:08 PM - Keegan Bradley certainly didn't feel a shred of pressure Friday as the Ryder Cup rookie teamed with Phil Mickelson to thoroughly trounce two of Europe's best squads at Medinah Country Club. ""I love, love playing with this man," Mickelson said. "There's a simple reason Keegan's perfect for the Ryder Cup," he said. "The more pressure the situation, the better he plays … the better he sees the shot … the better he focuses … the better the result. And there's no bigger pressure situation than the Ryder Cup. And that's when he's at his best." -
Images: Friday at the Ryder Cup
Sep 28, 2012 7:11 PM - Images from Medinah Country Club at the 39th Ryder Cup tournament. Team USA came out on top of Team Europe 5-3. -
Images: Ryder Cup Opening Ceremonies
Sep 27, 2012 7:19 PM - Images of opening ceremonies for the 39th Ryder Cup at Medinah Country Club. Recording artist Jordin Sparks sang the national anthem. All-star golfers from Europe and the USA were introduced to a huge crowd assembled at the clubhouse. -
Images: Ryder Cup Gala
Sep 26, 2012 10:49 PM - Images of 39th Ryder Cup Gala at the Akoo Theatre in Rosemont. Chicago sports legends, luminaries, and celebrities gathered in advance of the Ryder Cup which is to take place at the Medinah Country Club this weekend.
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