How We Won the Ryder Cup: The Caddies' Stories

by NormanDabell (Author)

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  Paperback
  2005

  $3.25

  Everyone pulls for the underdog and in 1985 the European Ryder Cup team finally had its day as the stranglehold of America was finally broken. Bernhard Langer was in Tony Jacklin's team that day at The Belfry. 19 years later at Oakland Hills, Langer was the one leading his team in celebration after the US were once again overcome, this time by a record margin. From 1985 to 2004, the Ryder Cup has provided joy and heartbreak for its teams, their captains and their caddies. Perhaps the greatest strength of the European side is its togetherness. Europe plays as a team and it is a team of 24. Its caddies have played no small part in Europe overcoming the odds. The players hit the shots; their trusty caddies shared the hopes, the glory and, occasionally, the misery. What was it like being beside Sam Torrance when he holed the winning putt and shed his tears on that historic moment at The Belfry in 1985? What happened in 2004 when Colin Montgomerie's right-hand-man returned to his bag to help lay the ghost of 1999 with sweet success at Oakland Hills? How do you cope when Seve Ballesteros is in full cry against the 'old enemy', especially when you are an American yourself? In 1991, there were arguments over legal golf balls and the spike mark that cost Europe the Cup, but what really happened 'behind the ropes'? Who knew his man had had a vision he would beat Tiger Woods in 1997 - and did? What was it like witnessing those awful scenes at Brookline up close and personal in 1999? Who knew exactly which line to take when Paul McGinley sunk his memorable winning putt in 2002? The myriad caddies' stories featured in How We Won the Ryder Cup are told from their unmistakably unique position and provide essential reading for all followers of the game.

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  Paperback
  2006

  $3.25

  The Ryder Cup battle between Europe and the USA is one of the biggest events in the golfing calendar and in 2006, the former underdogs showed they are now the dominant force in the biennial matches. It was another marvellous example of teamwork, and the caddies have played no small part in Europe overcoming the odds. The players hit the shots; their trusty caddies share the hopes, the glory and, occasionally, the misery. What was it like being beside Sam Torrance when he holed the winning putt and shed his tears on that historic moment at The Belfry in 1985? Fast forward to 2006 and a highly emotional appearance by Darren Clarke. What was it like being by his side? What was the story behind Colin Montgomerie's right-hand-man returning to his bag to help lay to rest the ghost of 1999? How do you cope when Seve Ballesteros is in full cry against the 'old enemy', especially when you are an American yourself? In 1991, a spike mark cost Europe the tournament, but what really happened behind the ropes? Who knew his man had a vision he would beat Tiger Woods in 1997 - and saw it come true? What was it like witnessing those awful scenes at Brookline up close and personal in 1999? Who knew exactly which line to take when Paul McGinley sank his memorable winning putt in 2002? How We Won the Ryder Cup covers all the drama that has unfolded in the competition over the years and includes the action from the 2006 tournament at The K Club, County Kildare in Ireland, which saw Europe storm to a third successive victory.

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  Hardcover
  1997

  $4.24

  An account of the triumphs and disappointments of Ryder Cup clashes during the period 1985-1995 as witnessed by the caddies who accompanied the world-famous golfers.