Darren Clarke
Ian Poulter named as Europe's fourth vice-captain for Ryder Cup
Ian Poulter is named as Europe's fourth vice-captain for Ryder Cup after he was ruled out of playing due to injury.
Jun 6, 10:17
Darren Clarke names Europe vice-captains for Ryder Cup
Thomas Bjorn and Padraig Harrington will once more form part of Europe's backroom team at this year's Ryder Cup, while Paul Lawrie will make his debut as vice-captain.
May 27, 15:32
Darren Clarke vows not to cry in what could be his final Masters appearance
Darren Clarke insists that he will not shed a tear in what is likely to be his final appearance at The Masters.
Apr 6, 15:04
Defending champion Rory McIlroy in hunt at Dubai Desert Classic
Defending champion Rory McIlroy is two shots off the lead of Alex Noren after the first round of the Omega Dubai Desert Classic.
Feb 4, 16:26
Europe secure EurAsia Cup glory
Darren Clarke's European side overcome Asia by 13 points to clinch the EurAsia Cup in Kuala Lumpur.
Jan 17, 11:07
Europe double EurAsia Cup lead on day two in Kuala Lumpur
Darren Clarke's Europe strengthen their position on the second day of the EurAsia Cup by winning four of the six foursome matches to open up a six-point advantage.
Jan 16, 10:03
Europe surge into three-point lead after day one of EurAsia
Darren Clarke's Europe surge into a 4.5-1.5 lead after day one of the EurAsia Cup in Kuala Lumpur.
Jan 15, 10:23
Russell Knox takes up membership on European Tour
Scotland's Russell Knox becomes a member of the European Tour in order to boost his hopes of earning a place in Europe's team for the Ryder Cup in 2016.
Nov 21, 14:25
Rory McIlroy: 'Royal Portrush Open will be fantastic'
Last year's Open champion, Rory McIlroy, says it is "fantastic" that the tournament is returning to Northern Ireland in 2019 at Royal Portrush.
Oct 20, 10:46
Royal Portrush Golf Club to host The Open in 2019
The R&A are expected to announce today that the 2019 Open will be hosted at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland.
Oct 20, 08:56
Darren Clarke eager for Lee Westwood to book Ryder Cup place
European captain Darren Clarke is hopeful that he does not need to use one of his picks to ensure Lee Westwood is in his Ryder Cup team.
Sep 30, 03:23
Nicolas Colsaerts holds two-shot lead at Italian Open
Nicolas Colsaerts leads the Italian Open after recording a nine under-par 63 in the first round at Golf Club Milano.
Sep 17, 16:34
Sports Mole's US PGA Championship preview
Sports Mole looks ahead to the 97th US PGA Championship, which is being played at Whistling Straits on the shoreline of Lake Michigan.
Aug 12, 10:25
Rory McIlroy return date from injury 'not known'
Rory McIlroy's camp insist that it is not yet known when the Northern Irishman will be able to return from his ankle ligament injury.
Jul 15, 12:44
Dustin Johnson upbeat about Open chances
Dustin Johnson claims that his US Open disappointment is proof that he can continue to challenge at Majors ahead of The Open.
Jul 14, 05:19
Off-colour Rory McIlroy misses cut at BMW PGA Championship
Rory McIlroy misses the cut at the BMW PGA Championship after a second-round 78 at Wentworth, where Francesco Molinari is still top of the leaderboard.
May 22, 20:12
Fred Couples eager to be named Ryder Cup captain in 2018
Fred Couples targets the 2018 Ryder Cup after losing out to Davis Love III in his bid to be named captain for next year's event.
Apr 23, 03:08
Luis Figo, Shane Warne to join sports stars in Dubai golf tournament
Luis Figo, Shane Warne, Dwight Yorke and Brian O'Driscoll are among the sports stars due to play in the first ever Icons Cup in Dubai this month.
Apr 7, 12:40
Darren Clarke: 'McIlroy is perfect for Masters'
Darren Clarke says that Rory McIlroy's game is "perfect" for The Masters.
Mar 23, 23:41
Darren Clarke: 'Steven Gerrard could motivate Europe Ryder Cup team'
Europe captain Darren Clarke says that he might ask Steven Gerrard to motivate the team before the Ryder Cup in 2016.
Mar 23, 23:10
Rory McIlroy surprised by return of Davis Love III
Rory McIlroy admits that it is a surprise to see Davis Love III named US Ryder Cup captain for a second time.
Feb 26, 02:24
Darren Clarke: 'Ryder Cup is more special because it's a team game'
New Europe captain Darren Clarke believes that the Ryder Cup is extra "special" because it is a team game.
Feb 25, 12:43
Davis Love III selected as Ryder Cup captain
The United States team for the 2016 Ryder Cup at Hazeltine will be captained by Davis Love III, it is confirmed.
Feb 24, 22:15
Stephen Gallacher: Darren Clarke was "obvious choice" for Ryder Cup captaincy
Darren Clarke was the "obvious choice" as Europe's 2016 Ryder Cup captain, says Stephen Gallacher.
Feb 21, 15:35
Miguel Angel Jimenez: 'Darren Clarke deserves Ryder Cup captaincy'
Miguel Angel Jimenez says that Darren Clarke deserved to be named as 2016 Ryder Cup captain for Europe.
Feb 21, 15:11
Miguel Angel Jimenez 'disappointed' by Ryder Cup captaincy snub
Miguel Angel Jimenez admits that he is a 'little disappointed' not to have been selected as Europe's Ryder Cup captain, but fully supports Darren Clarke.
Feb 19, 15:40
Tony Jacklin backs Darren Clarke appointment
Tony Jacklin believes that handing the Ryder Cup captaincy to Darren Clarke was the right decision ahead of the 2016 event.
Feb 19, 03:19
Darren Clarke takes European Ryder Cup captaincy: Social media reacts
Sports Mole picks out some of the best social media reaction to the news that Darren Clarke will captain Europe at the 2016 Ryder Cup.
Feb 18, 16:44
Rory McIlroy: Darren Clarke "great choice" as Ryder Cup captain
World number one Rory McIlroy believes that Darren Clarke is a "great choice" as Europe's 2016 Ryder Cup captain and could not think of anyone better for the role.
Feb 18, 16:18
Paul McGinley rules out being Ryder Cup vice-captain to Darren Clarke
Ryder Cup-winning captain Paul McGinley rules out being an assistant to new skipper Darren Clarke at the 2016 edition of the tournament in Hazeltine.
Feb 18, 15:34
Colin Montgomerie "convinced" Darren Clarke will retain Ryder Cup for Europe
Colin Montgomerie is "convinced" that Darren Clarke is the right man to retain the Ryder Cup after he was named Europe captain for the 2016 showdown.
Feb 18, 13:53
Ian Poulter congratulates Darren Clarke over Ryder Cup captaincy
Ian Poulter believes that Darren Clarke will be a 'first-class captain' for Europe at the 2016 Ryder Cup captain.
Feb 18, 13:36
Darren Clarke named Europe captain for 2016 Ryder Cup
Darren Clarke is named Europe's captain for the 2016 Ryder Cup.
Feb 18, 12:33
Darren Clarke: 'Tiger Woods just needs time to return'
Darren Clarke says that he expects Tiger Woods will return when he has adapted his swing.
Feb 14, 15:03
Darren Clarke confirms he wants to be Ryder Cup captain
Northern Irishman Darren Clarke confirms that he wants to be 2016 Ryder Cup captain.
Feb 13, 20:18
Darren Clarke: 'Tiger Woods is still the best in the world'
Tiger Woods is still the "best player in the world" says Darren Clarke, despite the American carding the worst round of his career at the Phoenix Open.
Jan 31, 15:39
Rory McIlroy: 'Darren Clarke is the perfect fit for Ryder Cup captaincy'
Rory McIlroy believes that Darren Clarke is the "perfect fit" to captain Europe at the Ryder Cup in 2016.
Jan 29, 02:42
Darren Clarke: 'Ryder Cup captaincy a two-horse race'
Darren Clarke admits that it appears to be a two-horse race between him and Miguel Angel Jimenez to be named Europe's next Ryder Cup captain.
Jan 28, 17:39
Lee Westwood one shot behind four-way lead in Thailand
Lee Westwood sits one shot behind a four-way lead after a first-round 70 at the Thailand Golf Championship.
Dec 11, 11:12
Ian Poulter would "love" to be named future Europe Ryder Cup captain
Ian Poulter says that he would "love" to captain Europe in the Ryder Cup "one day".
Nov 26, 14:02
