His hair is thinner on top these days, and the flecks of gray around the ears are another reminder of Paul Casey’s status as one of the veterans in the European team room.

Paul Casey is keeping a tight rein on his Masters expectations despite enjoying one of the best recent records at Augusta National.

Paul Casey refused to collapse after a knee-trembling triple-bogey eight and recovered with a stunning run of five birdies in a row to grab the clubhouse lead in the US Open.

Paul Casey produced a brilliant fightback to remain in contention for a first major title as former champion Rory McIlroy missed the cut in the US Open for the second year running.

Paul Casey might not be available for Darren Clarke’s Ryder Cup team but the Cheltenham thoroughbred could change his mind if he wins the Masters.