Many golfers who have won majors have said that the Ryder Cup hits differently. Tiger Woods has put it, saying, “Basically, it’s the final round of a tournament on the very first hole, and every match you tee it up.” When asked if he subscribes to that line of thinking, Xander Schauffele, already a two-time major champion, agreed. That even his biggest career wins pale in comparison to the emotions of the 100-year-old contest.

“I think that’s a very fair statement. And if you really sit back and take in what’s kind of happening, they just have to be,” said Xander Schauffele on Fore Play Podcast Plus .

The Ryder Cup has always stood apart in golf. Not because of prize money, but because of passion. And, unlike the majors, where millions are at stake, the biennial showdown is fueled by n

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