Ryder Cup 2023: Five big talking points ahead of USA v Europe in Rome

The pairings, the stats and the behind-the-scenes access. 

Team Europe's Matt Fitzpatrick, Rory McIlroy and Tyrell Hatton during a team photo at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, Rome.

Stats show the way 

The nerds are taking over. Team selection, pairings, course design, strategy, shot order, at the 2023 Ryder Cup it is all being dictated by the stats.