I don't know if I agree Villan, I feel that the ryder cup is a different kind of event to other golf tournaments. Basic courtesy during the taking of shots etc should of course be observed, but there is something appealing to me about the rough and tumble of it.

Besides, the poor Americans haven't been allowed to take the cup home for a while so you can understand their desperation - especially as they'll be giving it back next time for another 7 years ;-)