It’s probably not a stretch to say that the behind-the-scenes bonding exercise that Els orchestrated this past week was far more enjoyable and productive than the on-course battering many of his duos sustained.
The temptation after another US rout is to say the Presidents Cup is broken beyond repair, but there’s reason to believe the Internationals can grow into a force.
It’s a stat that’s hard to ignore: nine times in the 11 prior editions of the Presidents Cup, the side that’s won the opening session has gone on to win the giant golden goblet.