Tiger Woods' United States produced a stunning turnaround to deny the Internationals a first Presidents Cup in 21 years, dominating the singles on a tense final day that went to the wire at Royal Melbourne.
Veteran Matt Kuchar was the hero, with his winning putt on the 17th in the penultimate match enough to ensure victory, sparking wild celebrations from playing-captain Woods, who set the tone by getting the first point on the board.
It was a crushing loss for Ernie Els' young Internationals who led for the first three days of the biennial matchplay event. They went into Sunday's 12 singles matches with a 10-8 lead but Patrick Reed and Dustin Johnson were among those racing to big early leads as the scoreboard became swathed in US red.
At one stage the Americans were ahead in nine matches, and world number five Dustin Johnson ensured a second point, crushing Li Haotong 4 and 3.
It ended a difficult Presidents Cup for the first Chinese player to take part, Li was overlooked for the opening two days and never looked at ease. Patrick Reed's caddie was banned after shoving a fan on Saturday as tensions boiled over following the controversial American's penalty for improving his lie in the Bahamas last week.
The former Masters champion turned to his swing coach to carry his bag and raced to six-up through seven holes against Taiwan's CT Pan in front of taunting fans before closing out a 4 and 2 win.
The US were on a roll and Tony Finau came from four down after 10 holes to snatch a half point on the final green against a stunned Hideki Matsuyama of Japan.
この記事は Golf Asia の January 2020 版に掲載されています。
7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、9,000 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。
すでに購読者です ? サインイン
この記事は Golf Asia の January 2020 版に掲載されています。
7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トライアルを開始して、何千もの厳選されたプレミアム ストーリー、9,000 以上の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしてください。
すでに購読者です? サインイン
LIGHT YEARS AHEAD
When form follows function, demanding both technical excellence and style, these new timepieces hit the sweet spot for comfort and visibility
SCULPT FICTION
Is it true that fillers are the only way to get chiselled cheekbones? How can a strong chin rescue a chubby face? Are radio-frequency (RF) machines out of fashion? We ask aesthetic doctors and a plastic surgeon to weigh in on the facts and fallacies in the business of face contouring.
LEONIAN GOES WEST
One of Singapore’s largest golf retailer opens at IMM.
PERENNIAL PERFECTION
Kota Permai Golf and Country Club in Kuala Lumpur never fails to receive accolades from those who play it. General Manager Sheren Yong shares some insights on how one of Malaysia's best courses and clubs does it.
FIND AND ZEEKR
A review of the new luxury crossover from Chinese carmaker, Zeekr.
LET'S PLAY GOLF
Mizuno Singapore launches new brand marketing efforts with an event at Laguna Practice Driving Range.
CHRISTMAS AT TMCC
Tanah Merah Country Club pulled out all the stops to hold the Christmas Golf Challenge & Festive Light-Up.
THE RANGE...WHERE CARELESS TALK COSTS SHOTS
Keep calm and remember your fundamentals
NEW AND NOTABLE FOR JANUARY
From inventive Asian cuisine to flawless steakhouse classics, here are our top dining spots for the month.
LUXE BOUTIQUE
The new Lexus Boutique aims to titillate all five senses while customers wait for their cars.
