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Ryder Cup 2012 preview

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Richard Williams previews the 2012 Ryder Cup featuring Europe vs. USA at Medinah, Illinois.

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Channel: The Guardian

Ryder Cup 2012 preview

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Richard Williams previews the 2012 Ryder Cup featuring Europe vs. USA at Medinah, Illinois.

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The Guardian's chief sports writer, Richard Williams, previews the 2012 Ryder Cup, highlighting the matchup between José María Olazábal's European team and the US team led by Davis Love III at Medinah, Illinois. The preview discusses key players such as Rory McIlroy and Lee Westwood, questioning whether they can secure Europe's sixth win of the millennium. The narrative also considers the impact of home advantage for the USA team, featuring Tiger Woods, as they aim to triumph on their home turf.

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