Azinger defendscall to cheer Europe misses

PAUL AZINGER has defended his call to American Ryder Cup fans to cheer missed putts by the European team at Valhalla this weekend.

The American captain made the remarks Thursday night at a ‘pep’ rally for United States fans in the centre of Louisville on the eve of the Ryder Cup matches against Europe.

Following yesterday’s opening session of foursomes matches, Azinger was asked to clarify his comments during a media conference.