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If pressure is truly a privilege, then there is no more privileged event in golf than the Ryder Cup.
When possession of that 17-inch, four-pound trophy hangs in the balance, the best golfers in the world can crumble under the weight of thousands of fans' expectations. Some of the most memorable moments in golf history have happened in that gone-in-a-flash fall weekend, elevating and sometimes complicating the legacies of those involved.
GolfPass' unparalleled archive of wisdom is full of lessons inspired by the Ryder Cup that any golfer can take into his or her next match with friends. If you want to play better, pay close attention to these four tips based in competitive golf's hottest crucible.
How to hit the greatest shot of the 2023 Ryder Cup
Rory McIlroy's skip-and-stop pitch shot on the 17th hole at Marco Simone has become the iconic shot of the 2023 Ryder Cup. In this tip from Ask Rory, he demonstrates how he executed a shot that left even his teammates' jaws on the floor.
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Conquering first-tee nerves
The first tee at the Ryder Cup is one of the scariest places in golf, despite the fact that the people who get to stand there are the best in the world. In an "Extra Credit" segment from School of Golf, Martin Hall and Blair O'Neal show you how to mitigate any first-tee nerves you may encounter.
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Shaky short putts
It's inevitable: someone is going to miss a crucial short putt at the Ryder Cup, costing his team an important half or full point. This Revolution Golf tip from Cameron McCormick seeks to raise your tolerance for pressure on even typical gimme-length short putts.
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Rock-solid iron play
Relentlessly stacking greens in regulation is a surefire way to wear an opponent down in match play. If you want to make significant strides in this crucial area of the game, set up an iron station the next time you go practice. Devan Bonebrake shows you how in this tip from The Golf Fix.
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