Bernhard Langer at 1991 Ryder Cup

1991 - Kiawah Island

It was one of the most heated Ryder Cups ever, contested on one of Pete Dye's most demanding courses. Over three days, no quarter was given between the United States and Europe, and on Sunday afternoon on the Ocean Course at the Kiawah Resort, everything came down to Hale Irwin's match with Bernhard Langer. Read John Garrity's thrilling account of the 1991 Ryder Cup.
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1997 - Valderrama

Ole, Ole!

With Seve Ballesteros at the helm, the European team faced a star-studded American team that included Ryder Cup rookie Tiger Woods.

2002 - The Belfry

Sunday Punch

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1969 - Birkdale

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1993 - The Belfry

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1995- Oak Hill

Stunning Collapse

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1985 - The Belfry

Streak Broken!

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1999 - The Country Club

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1983 - PGA National

1983 United States Ryder Cup team
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