Ryder Cup boost for Torrance

European captain Sam Torrance received a timely form and fitness boost ahead of next month's Ryder Cup, despite making an early exit from the German Masters.

The 49-year-old Scot, with withdrew before the tournament started with a back injury, took some comfort from the performance of his team members chasing the first prize, eight of the nine competing this week finishing under par and three shaking off injury worries