Watson selection ‘bolt from blue’ for Europe

Darren Clarke believes Tom Watson’s appointment as American Ryder Cup captain has come as a “bolt from the blue” and really given Europe food for thought before they name their man.

It was widely seen as a straight choice between Clarke and Paul McGinley when the tournament committee meets in Abu Dhabi next month, but last year’s British Open champion is not so sure – and that may bring 2010 captain Colin Montgomerie back into the equation.

Clarke, in London yesterday to receive the PGA Recognition Award for his services to golf, said: “I think it could well affect who is appointed.

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