Faldo sets goal of playing in Ryder Cup

NICK FALDO yesterday revealed he intends to play in the next Ryder Cup rather than captain Europe.

“I’m officially withdrawing my unofficial application,” said Faldo unexpectedly after a disappointing opening round of 75 at St Andrews in the three-course Dunhill Links Championship.

The 45-year-old, holder of more cup caps than anyone in history, wants Sam Torrance to continue in the job after guiding the side to a magnificent victory over the United States at The Belfry on Sunday.