Great Moments in Ryder Cup History

SI Staff | Sep 22, 2006

Great Moments in Ryder Cup History

1985

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Europe won its first Ryder Cup in 28 years with Sam Torrance clinching the victory with an 18-foot birdie putt.

1989

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Spanish sensations Seve Ballesteros (left) and Jose Maria Olazabal paired up to electrify the gallery at the Belfry.

1991

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With the Cup on the line, Bernhard Langer (left) and Hale Irwin each stumbled down the stretch in their match.

1999

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Justin Leonard's 45-foot putt sealed a miracle comeback for the U.S. -- and set off a controversial celebration.

2002

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Paul McGinley's par putt on the 18th hole clinched a European win in an event postponed a year due to Sept. 11.