Graeme McDowell looking to turn back the clock as Ryder Cup carrot dangles

With the Covid-19 pandemic killing Graeme McDowell's momentum, the Portrush man has fallen from the top 50 to 91st in the world

Graeme McDowell during a press conference prior to the Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisers at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club. Picture: Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images

Graeme McDowell is not rebuilding his swing but with a new coach on board he’s looking to rediscover the magic that made him a US Open champion so he can make a fifth Ryder Cup appearance under Pádraig Harrington in September.

Twelve months ago the Portrush man, 41, claimed the Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisers to return to the world’s Top 50 and clinch his place in the Masters.