European union so crucial

Asked to explain Europe’s great Ryder Cup record since 1995, Ian Poulter spoke of team spirit conquering individual superiority.

He could have just named Sergio Garcia, Lee Westwood and Luke Donald and got the message across equally well.

The trio are this continent’s Ryder Cup linchpins, the guys that make the European locker room tick and inspire their team-mates to exceed expectation. They also get the job done.