Lee Westwood
Preview: The Ryder Cup
Sports Mole previews the 44th Ryder Cup between Europe and USA, which commences on Friday at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club.
Sep 27, 11:30
How far have LIV players dropped down World Golf Rankings?
After the conclusion of the first season of LIV Golf, Sports Mole takes a look at how far their respective players have dropped down the World Golf Rankings since leaving the PGA Tour.
Oct 31, 14:30
Preview: BMW PGA Championship - predictions, course guide, preview
Sports Mole previews this week's BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth, including predictions and a course guide.
Sep 6, 22:31
PGA Tour suspends 17 players featuring in LIV International Golf Series
The PGA Tour confirms that 17 players - including Phil Mickelson - have been suspended courtesy of featuring in the inaugural LIV Golf International Series event.
Jun 9, 16:15
Dustin Johnson, Sergio Garcia among 42 players named for first LIV Series event
Former world number one Dustin Johnson is a surprise name on the entry list for the first LIV Golf International Series event, which will be played in England next week.
Jun 1, 09:49
Justin Thomas calls on want-away players to leave PGA Tour
Justin Thomas says that any players who wish to play in the LIV Golf International Series should back up their words and "just go", leaving the PGA Tour in the process.
May 12, 13:18
PGA Tour blocks player requests to play in LIV Golf International Series
The PGA Tour announces that they have denied formal requests from numerous players to feature in the first LIV Golf International Series event in England next month.
May 11, 09:47
Sergio Garcia reveals plan to play LIV Series in Wells Fargo rant
Sergio Garcia seemingly reveals that he intends to play on the LIV Golf International Series in a rant towards an official at the Wells Fargo Championship.
May 5, 22:22
Lee Westwood defends desire to play in LIV Golf International Series
Lee Westwood claims that the decision of himself and other players to request participation in the LIV Golf International Series has 'come under too much scrutiny'.
May 4, 14:21
Henrik Stenson named 2023 Europe Ryder Cup captain
Sweden's Henrik Stenson will captain Europe at the 2023 Ryder Cup.
Mar 15, 12:58
What Europe need to do to avoid further Ryder Cup embarrassment in Italy in 2023
Dustin Johnson became the first American since Larry Nelson in 1981 to compile a perfect 5-0 record in the 19-9 rout at Whistling Straits.
Sep 28, 15:58
Lee Westwood would be 'honoured' by Ryder Cup captaincy but hopes to play again
The 48-year-old won his singles match against Harris English in a lost cause at Whistling Straits.
Sep 27, 22:00
USA's raft of young stars target dominant Ryder Cup era
FedEx Cup winner Patrick Cantlay was one of six rookies on the victorious US side.
Sep 27, 13:51
How did Europe lose the Ryder Cup?
A decision made in 2019 may have set the scene for the 19-9 wipeout in Wisconsin.
Sep 27, 06:00
Victorious Steve Stricker rules out second spell as US Ryder Cup captain
The United States defeated Europe by a record score of 19-9.
Sep 27, 04:30
Tony Finau: Team Europe will be shown no mercy on final day of Ryder Cup
The hosts need just three and a half points to win the biennial contest for only the second time since 2008.
Sep 26, 04:30
Ryder Cup: Europe will have to surpass Miracle at Medinah going into singles
Padraig Harrington's side trail 11-5 heading into Sunday's 12 singles matches.
Sep 26, 00:43
Jon Rahm and Sergio Garcia lead by example as Europe target improbable fightback
The United States hold a 9-3 advantage.
Sep 25, 21:38
Jon Rahm and Sergio Garcia carry European fight but USA build dominant 9-3 lead
Jon Rahm and Sergio Garcia recovered from losing the first three holes to beat Brooks Koepka and Daniel Berger 3 and 1.
Sep 25, 18:06
Europe face mammoth challenge to retain Ryder Cup after poor opening day
Rory McIlroy stayed optimistic in Wisconsin, however, with the Northern Irishman saying his side 'can come back from 6-2'.
Sep 25, 00:53
Advantage United States after opening session at Whistling Straits
The hosts made a good start to the 143rd Ryder Cup.
Sep 24, 17:44
Rory McIlroy and Ian Poulter off to nightmare start at Ryder Cup
But Jon Rahm and Sergio Garcia were going rather better in their foursomes match at Whistling Straits.
Sep 24, 16:07
Sergio Garcia and Jon Rahm hit back after shaky Ryder Cup start
Home crowed were whipped into a frenzy as the tournament started.
Sep 24, 14:20
Focus on the 43rd Ryder Cup between the United States and Europe
The competition will kick off with Justin Thomas and Jordan Speith taking on Sergio Garcia and Jon Rahm.
Sep 24, 00:42
Jon Rahm out to cap 'amazing year' with Ryder Cup glory
Jon Rahm became a father and won the US Open but two Covid-19 cases cost him an Olympic place and a likely win at the Memorial Tournament.
Sep 23, 17:21
Steve Stricker must blend experience with raw rookie talent in bid for Ryder Cup
Steve Stricker will soon discover if having eight of the top 10 can see his US side regain the trophy in his home state of Wisconsin.
Sep 23, 13:48
New-look USA aiming to reclaim Ryder Cup against experienced-packed Europe
Europe are the holders and have won seven of the last nine Ryder Cups, but United States boast eight of the world's top 10 players and home advantage.
Sep 17, 06:00
Padraig Harrington admits picking his Ryder Cup wild cards was a tough task
Justin Rose missed out as Sergio Garcia, Ian Poulter and Shane Lowry were selected.
Sep 12, 21:28
Francesco Laporta has the edge as Ryder Cup qualifying battle hots up
European captain Padraig Harrington is facing a major selection headache.
Sep 11, 18:15
England's Laurie Canter sets halfway target at PGA Championship
Laurie Canter carded eight birdies and two bogeys in a second round of 66 to post a halfway total of 11 under par.
Sep 10, 15:20
Padraig Harrington relishing dramatic finale in race for Ryder Cup spots
At least a dozen players are capable of forcing their way into the team at the BMW PGA Championship.
Sep 7, 17:39
On This Day: Darren Clarke becomes oldest Open champion in 44 years
The 42-year-old was the third Northern Irishman to win a major in the space of 13 months.
Jul 17, 09:35
Matt Fitzpatrick and Thomas Detry share lead at Scottish Open
World number one Jon Rahm was ominously poised a shot off the pace.
Jul 10, 18:41
Lee Westwood prepared to play golf without "preconceived expectations"
The bad news for his prospects of winning a first major title at the 88th attempt is that the victory in question was in an amateur event.
Jul 10, 13:28
Jon Rahm aiming to clean up "little mistakes" at Scottish Open
A second round of 65 gave him a halfway total of 11 under par.
Jul 9, 20:19
Lee Westwood inspired by Wembley heroes
Lee Westwood exploited ideal conditions and used some valuable local knowledge to card a flawless opening 65 at the abrdn Scottish Open.
Jul 8, 19:59
Lee Westwood sets Scottish Open clubhouse lead
Lee Westwood carded six birdies at the Renaissance Club to set the early clubhouse target.
Jul 8, 14:49
Lee Westwood hopes to strike it lucky at 121st US Open
The 48-year-old is taking inspiration from recent performances from Phil Mickelson, Stewart Cink and Padraig Harrington.
Jun 16, 20:30
Saturday's sporting social: Evra on the bagpipes and Westwood gets married
A host of sport stars were also recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours list.
Jun 12, 17:43
Dustin Johnson records opening 74 at Masters
Defending champion Dustin Johnson carded three bogeys in his first 16 and then made a double bogey on the 18th as he returned a 74.
Apr 8, 22:01
