Ryder Cup 2004 Trivia Quiz

Answer: Hal Sutton & Bernard Langer

Both players had distinguised Ryder Cup playing careers. Sutton took part in the 1985, 1987, 1999, and 2002, as a player winning once in '99, whilst making his first captaining appearance at the 2004 event. He played 16 matches winning seven, losing five and halving four, which secured nine Ryder Cup points. Langer was one of Europe's most accomplished players in the Cup playing in an incredible 10 events in 1981, 1983, 1985, 1987, 1991, 1993, 1995, 1997, and 2002.

He took part also in five event victories.

He had an excellent 21 wins from 42 matches played, losing 15 and halving six which meant he won 45 Ryder Cup points.

Answer: Six

Englishmen Lee Westwood, David Howell, Paul Casey, Ian Poulter, Lee Donald, Irishmen Paul McGinley and Padraig Harrington, Northern Irishman Darren Clarke, Scotsman Colin Montgomerie, Spaniards Sergio Garcia and Miguel Angel Jimenez, and Frenchmen Thomas Levet.

Answer: 70

Oakland Hills was opened on July 13, 1918. The course was designed by Donald Ross and the Clubs professional, Walter Hagen, had already won the United States Open. Oakland Hills' South Course is often selected for big events with its serene surroundings in Detroit, Michigan, and has hosted 10 major championships.

The course gained respect in 1951 when it was dubbed the "Monster" by the then US Open champion Ben Hogan. The actual course boasts a tough 70 par with four three par holes, 12 par four and two five par holes.

Its length at the 2004 Ryder Cup was measured at 7,077 yards.

Answer: Colin Montgomerie

Monty was making his seventh appearance in the Ryder Cup after taking part in the 1991, 1993, 1995,1997, 1999, and 2002 events. Born in London, England, Monty became a self-confessed Scotsman and enjoyed many a highlight on the European Tour. In this event he started the competition whilst teamed up with Padraig Harrington, who they faced Woods and Mickelson. Monty would crown his own personal achievement so blighted by the break up of his marriage, by sinking the trophy winning putt for Europe.

Answer: USA 1.5 Europe 6.5

Europe got off to a fantastic start that would bode well for the remaining days play. In Match One of the Four Balls Mickelson and Woods lost 2&1 to Montgomerie and Harrington. Match Two Love and Campbell lost 5&4 to Clarke and Jimenez. Match Three Riley and Cink Halved with McGinley and Donald. Match Four Toms Furyk lost to Garcia Westwood Wins 5&3. USA .5 Europe 3.5, and in the foursomes match one saw DiMarco and Haas beat Jimenez and Levet 3&2. Match two, Love and Funk lost to Montgomerie and Harrington 4&2. Match three, Mickelson and Woods lost to Clarke and Westwood 1 Up. Match four, Perry and Cink lost to Garcia and Donald 2&1. USA 1.5 Europe 6.5.

Answer: False

The mornings four balls was for the USA, the only time they actually won a session of play. After playing some excellent golf, the Americans threatened a superb comeback, but things ended rather well for the Europeans when they landed 1.5 points from the four offered.
The results were as follows.
Match one: Haas and DiMarco Halved with Garcia and Westwood.
Match two: Woods and Riley beat Clarke and Poulter 4&3.
Match three: Furyk and Campbell lost to Casey and Howell 1 Up.
Match four: Cink and Love beat Montgomerie and Harrington 3&2.
USA 4 Europe 8.

Answer: USA 5 Europe 11

The Europeans turned the style on with some excellent play during the second days foursomes, winning three of the four points available. The scoring was as follows.
Match one Haas and DiMarco lost to Clarke and Westwood 5&4.
Match two Mickelson abd Toms beat Jimenez and Levet 4&3.
Match three Furyk and Funk lost to Garcia and Donald 1 Up.
Match four Love and Woods lost to Harrington and McGinley 4&3.
USA 5 Europe 11.

Answer: 3

With a lead of 11-5 in favour of Europe, the holders knew that three points would be needed to retain the Cup. The first team to 14.5 points wins the Cup outright, but if both teams are locked on 14-14, then the holders keep the Cup. Europe knew that three points from 12 singles matches would be enough.

Answer: Samuel A. Ryder

Samuel A. Ryder presented the Ryder Cup to The Professional Golfers' Association of Great Britain in 1927, as a prize for an international competition between American and British professional golfers. The trophy stood 17" high, is 9" from handle to handle and weighs 4lbs.

The golfing figure on the top of the trophy reflects the image of Abe Mitchell, a former gardener himself and a friend and instructor of Samuel A. Ryder.

Answer: USA 9.5 Europe 18.5

Europe demolished USA by a record European win 18.5 to 9.5 margin. Since the European team came to the competition replacing the old GB& Ireland side, the US team has seen defeat more often than victory. By winning this event, Europe had secured its fifth title in seven match-ups.

The performances from every European was one to proud of, as each player earned at least one point for the cause. The US team may have had a number of players in the World top 10, but as the saying goes, "there is no 'I' in team".

The Europeans showed their more illustrious rivals that a team of hard working players pulling together can win in style.