Farmingdale, New York: For two years, the Americans were meticulous in their Ryder Cup preparations, laying out the golf course, building a team, perfecting their pairings. Over three days at Bethpage Black, their European counterparts dismantled those efforts methodically and, for the US team, devastatingly.

The European team secured the win in thrilling fashion Sunday afternoon on Long Island, toppling the Americans and retaining the Ryder Cup. The Europeans’ strong three-day performance marked the first time since 2012 that a visiting team was able to win the Ryder Cup on foreign soil.

Before that last day had even started, there was drama.

Comedian and actress Heather McMahan stepped down from her role as master of ceremonies after she had joined the crowd in an expletive-laden cha

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