Welcome back to The Golfing Mind. This week, we turn our attention to one of the greatest sporting contests in the world — last week's Ryder Cup. More than just a golf tournament, it is a battle of wills, character, psychology, and teamwork. Every two years, we see the best players from the United States and Europe step onto the same fairways, but what makes this event so fascinating is that talent alone doesn’t decide the outcome. The Ryder Cup is about pressure — the kind of pressure you can’t buy, practice, or even fully prepare for. It’s about how players handle expectation, how they fit into a team, and how they adapt when every shot matters, not just for themselves, but for their teammates and their continent. In today’s episode, I want to go beyond the scoreboards and statistics, and look at the mental game. We’ll explore five key psychological differences between the American and European players, five ways the teams differ in how they bond and function, and five contrasts in their playing styles that can often determine who lifts the trophy. So, let’s dive into the mind of the Ryder Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices