To me, one of the most interesting aspects of the Ryder Cup is that it's the only time you see guys who aren't playing well trying to grind it out under pressure. Usually, when they are playing badly, the pros are at home by Friday night -- or at least they're not on TV, because they aren't in contention. But in the Ryder Cup there are nearly always 3-4 guys who aren't playing well, and have no place to hide.
The over/under on the number of points JT picks up at the Ryder Cup: 1 1/2. And it's only that high because someone might bail him out in the better ball matches.
Point #1 is very true.
that's where match play winning experience is important.
Who can beat the guy in front of them in what might be a pillow fight.
Stroke play allocates the TV time and spotlight to those in high control of their ball.
Pre picked teams in match play? Who knows who will go in with their best physical stuff-some know how to dig deep anyway.
That is the total fallacy of qualifying on a stroke play event basis.
If using stroke play, at least look to see how a player does when he has a chance to win, and throw out the back door high finishes.
I love Cam Young,who is a great player, and hopefully a multi time Tour and major winner, but I wouldn't pick him this year because(so far) he's failed the spotlight close the deal on Sunday test(see Fowler), which is exactly what match play is.
As far as 1.5 for JT, I'll take the over.
Hopefully Zac lets him play rather than dialing up the pressure with a conditional appearance.
Live with your pick, and give him the best chance for success.
Just like a cold shooter-tell him to keep shooting and that you believe in him.