QUOTE OF THE WEEK

‘We know already who is going to be playing with whom at the Ryder Cup, when they’re going to be playing, and even what order on the list. We have a solid game plan that is easy to buy into.’ Wow, Phil Mickelson’s remarks are certainly eyeopening, aren’t they? But what happens if there’s a player who turns up at Hazeltine and can’t hit his hat? What about thinking on your feet and reacting to how matches are unfolding — isn’t that a vital part of the Ryder equation? Quite honestly, reading Phil’s remarks, is it any wonder America keep on losing?