Every two years, the Ryder Cup pits teams from Europe and the US against each other in a sport usually associated with individual play. But with national pride at stake, the best players from both sides of the Atlantic fight for a place on their respective teams. This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of golf's most unique tournament, from its humble beginnings in 1927 to the titanic struggles of the modern day. The Ryder Cup is the definitive history of this prestigious international sporting event.
Nick Callow is a highly respected sports journalist who has reported on virtually every major sport around the world during a career spanning more than 20 years. He has contributed to books on many sports and written for most of Britain's national newspapers, including the News of the World, Observer, Independent, and Independent on Sunday. He is now joint Managing Director and Editorial Director of the world-renowned Hayters Teamwork Sports Agency, based in London.