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Date: 25 Aug 2006 04:31:08
From: Golfwichita
Subject: Ryder Cup underdogs (again!)
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I'm curious, what exactly is the purpose in convincing people of the role as
the underdog in this event? I have read several articles on the upcoming
Ryder Cup and have found the Europeans still holding tight to that role.
Ian Woosnan, much to his credit has not pressed this issue as much as some
of the press coming from Europe.
Even in a thread about the Ryder Cup in this NG posted earlier stated "Of
course I want Europe to win - but not with a great margin. Ideally it should
be down to the last putt on the last green in the last group. I root for
Europe but I think that this time US are strong favourites. May the best man
win.
THIS TIME ! It's everytime. It's the same 'ol line.
Now I don't argue the fact, statistacally we have the upperhand in money
earned, however, calculated from 2 different tours. Major's won, just can't
argue that. However, these are measured almost entirely on stroke play
events. A different animal than match play...therefore, doesn't apply.
Now lets look at some recent history, shall we?
. The US hasn't won the Ryder Cup on foreign soil since '93.
. Actually, the US has only won the Ryder Cup once since '93 ('99 at
Brookline where the Americans were lambasted for poor sportsmanship)
. Since 1983 Europe has over the US: 6 to 4 wins, 140 to 124 match won, 162
to 146 points, 54 to 35 fourball wins (the US has eked out wins in foursomes
and singles)
. In the last outing the US was thrashed 18.5 to 9.5 on our own soil with
what appeared to be one of the strongest teams assembled.
. Lastly, the US has a quartet of Ryder Cup rookies this year -- Taylor,
Henry, Johnson and Wetterich.
Jeez, let it go already.
This is just my observation, you may begin to rip into me, as I am sure to
be the underdog!
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Date: 25 Aug 2006 10:06:41
From: Fairway
Subject: Re: Ryder Cup underdogs (again!)
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Golfwichita wrote:
> Even in a thread about the Ryder Cup in this NG posted earlier stated "Of
> course I want Europe to win - but not with a great margin. Ideally it should
> be down to the last putt on the last green in the last group. I root for
> Europe but I think that this time US are strong favourites. May the best man
> win.
>
> THIS TIME ! It's everytime. It's the same 'ol line.
>
Golfwichita, I have predictly correctly the outcome of the Ryder Cup
everytime the last 10 years or so. My gut feeling is that this year the
Americans are stronger and will win the cup. I want it the other way,
but this is what I believe. F
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Date: 25 Aug 2006 06:20:51
From: Thor
Subject: Re: Ryder Cup underdogs (again!)
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Golfwichita wrote:
> I'm curious, what exactly is the purpose in convincing people of the role as
> the underdog in this event?
> This is just my observation, you may begin to rip into me, as I am sure to
> be the underdog!
When criminals in this world appear,
And break the laws that they should fear,
And frighten all who see or hear,
The cry goes up both far and near for
Underdog,
Underdog,
Underdog,
Underdog.
Speed of lightning, roar of thunder,
Fighting all who rob or plunder
Underdog, Underdog.
When in this world the headlines read
Of those who's hearts are filled with greed
And rob and steal from those in need.
To right this wrong with blinding speed goes
Underdog,
Underdog,
Underdog,
Underdog.
Speed of lightning, roar of thunder,
Fighting all who rob or plunder
Underdog, Underdog.
--
-- David "Thor" Collard
-- My It is golf.
-- 11th annual RSG-Ohio Sept 15-17 2006
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Date: 25 Aug 2006 17:00:13
From: multi
Subject: Re: Ryder Cup underdogs (again!)
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On 25 Aug 2006 06:20:51 -0700, "Thor" <thorpub@rsgohio.com > wrote:
>Speed of lightning, roar of thunder,
>Fighting all who rob or plunder
>Underdog, Underdog.
When you find yourself in danger,
When you're threatened by a stranger,
When it looks like you will take a lickin'
There is someone waiting who
Will hurry up and rescue you
Just caaaaall for Super Chicken.
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