Steve Stricker must blend experience with raw rookie talent in bid for Ryder Cup

US captain Steve Stricker is under pressure to lead his side to victory in the 43rd Ryder Cup (Charlie Neibergall/AP)

Having four of the world’s top five players did not do the United States any good in the 2010 Ryder Cup, nor did having three of the top four in 2018.

Now, after a 12-month delay caused by the coronavirus pandemic, US captain Steve Stricker will discover if having eight of the top 10 can see his side regain the trophy in his home state of Wisconsin.