Person: Dai Rees

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

golf

From antagonism to Zinger: A-Z of the Ryder Cup

Kevin Markham gives an A-Z to get you in the mood for the excitement of the Ryder Cup.

golf

An Irish climax would have put the tin hat on it

soccer

Holding out for the hero — how some have greatness thrust upon them

rugby

Bracken out to relaunch career at Harlequins

golf

Jiminez tops nearly man Wilson

rugby

More injury woe for Scotland

Wristy Christy still simply the best swinger in town

CHRISTY O’Connor is 80 years young today, another milestone in the life of one of the greatest sporting stars Ireland has ever produced.

Tue, 21 Dec, 2004

Euro stars out to tame ‘The Monster’

In 1940, Samuel Ryder’s elegant golden chalice was proudly displayed at Oakland Hills.

Tue, 07 Sep, 2004

Histrionics part of Ryder Cup folklore

THE younger generation may have gained the impression that the misbehaviour which marred the 1999 Ryder Cup at Brookline was the first sign of trouble in a competition launched by wealthy British seed merchant Samuel Ryder back in 1927 to foster good relations between the people of the United States and Britain.

Thu, 26 Sep, 2002

Snooker: Confident Murphy aims to claim Hendry scalp

It is hard to determine whether Crucible Theatre rookie Shaun Murphy possesses more talent than confidence.

Thu, 18 Apr, 2002