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OverviewWith a foreword by Graeme McDowell and afterword by Colin Montgomerie The Ryder Cup is one of the world's most dramatic sporting events. Tensions were running high in the build-up to the 2014 tournament. Following the 'Miracle' at Medinah that saw Europe take the trophy in 2012, the Americans tried to end their losing run by turning to legendary veteran Ryder Cup hero Tom Watson as captain. Put under pressure to respond, the Europeans bet on a diminutive stalwart touring pro, Paul McGinley, a team man and an astute tactician. It was a fight between acumen and aura. Acumen won. On this occasion the European triumph was not miraculous; it was meticulous, the product of an extraordinarily detailed plan that rode the dramatic swings of fortune of the golfing calendar. Since Medinah, the golfing world had not just evolved; it had turned on its head. There was a new order. The old were fading, injured, out of form, unable to maintain winning habits. A younger generation had taken over. And, when it came to the showdown, McGinley's masterplan came to fruition. In this gripping account, Iain Carter goes behind the scenes of the epic battle at Gleneagles, from the appointment of the captains to the assembly of the teams in a year of relentless golfing drama. This is the inside story of the clashes, contests and thrilling action over three days that culminated in Europe's blistering triumph. Showdown is a fascinating look at a European victory that has sent shockwaves through American golf, telling the full story of the power and politics, the characters and controversies behind this enthralling contest. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Iain Carter , Graeme McDowell , Colin MontgomeriePublisher: Elliott & Thompson Imprint: Elliott & Thompson ISBN: 9781322378633ISBN 10: 1322378630 Publication Date: 01 January 2014 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Electronic book text Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationIain Carter has been the BBC's golf correspondent for 11 years, leading commentary teams for BBC Radio 5Live at major championships and Ryder Cups. Iain travels the golfing globe to provide reports, blogs, and tweets from all of the game's most important tournaments. A sports journalist since the mid-1980s, he also commentates on rugby and tennis. He is the author of Monty's Manor: Colin Montgomerie and the Ryder Cup. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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