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Davis Love III named United States captain for 2012 Ryder Cup

By January 21, 2011No Comments

Six-time Ryder Cup veteran Davis Love III has been confirmed as captain of the United States 2012 Ryder Cup team.

Love, a major winner, after winning the 1997 US PGA becomes the United States’ 27th Ryder Cup captain, and takes over the rains from vanquished 2010 captain, Corey Pavin.

“I guess since the big secret is out, now I can tweet it,” joked Love after the announcement, although in truth it was no secret and many had expected him to be given the nod.

“I’m thrilled. I’m thrilled to represent The PGA of America; thrilled to represent all of the men and women PGA professionals.” Love said in his press conference as his announcement was confirmed.

“As we have said a lot of times, there’s not a Tour player out there that plays one Tour event or plays six Ryder Cups that doesn’t have a PGA professional that led them to that position. So I thank all of the PGA professionals, including my dad.”

Love amassed a Ryder Cup record of 9-12-5 in his six appearances, and was a vice-captain to Corey Pavin at The Celtic Manor back in October.

Love made his Ryder Cup debut in the same match as his opposite number – Spaniard Jose-Maria Olazabal. Speaking of the European captain, Love said:

“José Maria and I go way back. We have competed against each other. We have shared a lot of trials and tribulations through our careers together. He has been a good friend for someone that plays The European Tour and that I don’t see that much. He’s always been respectful and supportive of my career.”

“I look forward to competing against him, to us leading our teams together.”

Brian

Brian

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