Ryder Cup: First Look At Complete European Team
By Adam McGee
Lee Westwood (43) – England
Ryder Cup Record: 20-15-6
In need of more steady, experienced presences, not just on the course but in the locker room, it was no real surprise that Darren Clarke opted to extend a captain’s pick to his good friend Lee Westwood.
Having been one of the most consistent players on the planet for the better part of a decade, Westwood has had a challenging 2016 season, meaning there are still some doubts over the state of his game heading into Hazeltine.
Westwood has only competed in 13 events worldwide in 2016, and with just three top 10s, it hasn’t been his best year.
Westwood tied for second at the Masters, so Clarke will have confidence that the big occasion can help Westwood turn things around. At any rate, the 43-year-old has already left a big mark on Ryder Cup history.
Set for his 10th appearance, Westwood has a whole host of European records firmly within his sights and would seem like the perfect mentor for a team packed with young, English rookies.
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