The Ryder Cup is almost underway, with 24 of the best from Europe and USA descending on Marco Simone Golf & Country Club for the 44th edition of the iconic team event.
Obviously, with so much hype surrounding the tournament, there is set to be drama galore, as well as a number of points secured. However, what could happen? Who might stand out and play a pivotal part in deciding the end result? Well, at Golf Monthly, we have asked our staff for their predictions on what may play out.
Given that the event starts Friday, anything can happen and these predictions will no doubt cause argument and disagreement so, if you also have an opinion on the matter, let us know via our social channels.
LUDVIG ABERG TO SHINE
Reports have claimed that Ludvig Aberg could be paired with Jon Rahm or Viktor Hovland, put simply, the World No.3 and 4. Obviously, the key to becoming a good Ryder Cup player is finding a good partner and, at the BMW PGA Championship, Hovland and Aberg were paired together for the first two days, with Hovland stating that the Swede “doesn’t look scared of the moment.”
Aberg is one of the in-form players in the world right now and strong in all areas. It looks like he’s going to be paired with a couple of our strongest players, so expect him to be one of the key assets within the European side.
Joel Tadman
JT TO PICK UP POINTS
I think this is going to be a closely contested battle. Much like last week’s Solheim Cup, I feel like the final score will be close and Europe are going to need to dig deep on the final day to regain the trophy. My gut tells me that USA will take a narrow lead into Sunday, with JT proving his doubters wrong by picking up at least a couple of points.
For Europe, Aberg will be the star, but Rahm and Hovland will be among the top points scorers. I sincerely hope Matt Fitzpatrick can get the monkey off his back and secure his first Ryder Cup point by the end of day one, potentially alongside the experienced Justin Rose in foursomes.
Tom Clarke
COLLIN MORIKAWA TO PLAY PIVOTAL ROLE
Team Europe should be very wary of Collin Morikawa at the Marco Simone layout. We are already aware that the rough is…
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