The Incomparable Drama of the 1991 Ryder Cup: The Ultimate Golfing Showdown

The War by the Shore: The Incomparable Drama of the 1991 Ryder Cup

by Curt Sampson

4.5 out of 5

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The Ryder Cup is one of the most prestigious events in the world of golf, and the 1991 edition was no exception. Held at The Ocean Course on Kiawah Island, South Carolina, the tournament pitted the United States team against the European team in a three-day match play competition.

The American team was led by captain Dave Stockton and featured some of the biggest names in golf, including Hale Irwin, Payne Stewart, and Larry Nelson. The European team was captained by Bernard Langer and included stars like Seve Ballesteros, Ian Woosnam, and Nick Faldo.

The tournament was played in front of a massive crowd and the atmosphere was electric. The matches were intense and the lead changed hands several times throughout the weekend. In the end, it was the European team that emerged victorious, winning by a score of 14.5 to 13.5.

The 1991 Ryder Cup is remembered as one of the most dramatic and unforgettable sporting events in history. Here are some of the most iconic moments from the tournament:

• **The "Miracle at Medinah":** On the first day of the tournament, the Americans won the opening four-ball session 3-1. However, the Europeans roared back in the afternoon foursomes, winning three of the four matches to take a 5-3 lead.
• **The "Battle of Kiawah":** The singles matches on the final day were incredibly tense. The Americans needed to win eight of the 12 matches to retain the trophy, but the Europeans were determined to win on American soil for the first time since 1987.
• **The "Concession":** On the 17th hole of his match against Bernhard Langer, Hale Irwin missed a short putt that would have given him the halve and kept the Americans' hopes alive. However, Langer conceded the putt, allowing Irwin to win the hole and earn a half-point for the Americans.

The 1991 Ryder Cup was a watershed moment in the history of the tournament. It was the first time that the Europeans had won on American soil since 1987, and it marked the beginning of a period of European dominance in the Ryder Cup. The tournament is still remembered as one of the most dramatic and unforgettable sporting events in history.

If you're a fan of golf, or if you're just looking for a great read, then I highly recommend checking out the book "The Incomparable Drama of the 1991 Ryder Cup." It's a fascinating look at one of the most iconic events in the history of the sport.

The War by the Shore: The Incomparable Drama of the 1991 Ryder Cup

by Curt Sampson

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2526 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	289 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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