Ogilvy may be Els’ secret weapon

Melbourne – International team captain Ernie Els on Sunday picked Australian Geoff Ogilvy to be one of his assistants for next year’s Presidents Cup at the Royal Melbourne Golf Club.

The South African is in the city to “scout” the course layout, a year out from the tournament, and said he was determined to release America’s stranglehold on the event, with Ogilvy’s local knowledge a key asset.

“Geoff is the perfect selection for our team,” Els said. “His love for the Presidents Cup is only matched by his love for Australia and the Royal Melbourne Golf Club.”

“Playing in the Presidents Cup is a highlight of my career,” said the Australian, who was also an assistant at the 2017 event to captain Nick Price.

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