Whatever happened at Bethpage was, in the easiest terms, so golf. And yes, plenty of American team members were sure it’d turn out that way, including Justin Thomas . And hopefully in their favor. That didn’t happen. Yes, after being beaten on Friday and Saturday during the match play, Team USA made a strong comeback on the Sunday singles, overcoming a seven-point deficit to eventually lose the Ryder Cup 15-13. The team’s worst home defeat since 2012, and sixth overall loss in the last 8 editions.

However, that comeback was admirable. But plenty of fans and critics couldn’t believe Team USA played so poorly during the first two days. A sentiment that even PGA Tour pro, Michael Kim, who criticised the match-play performances (and decisions) echoed, saying, “Do they [PGA of Americ

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