"It was all about playing, representing my country and trying to win the cup. It's just like playing in the Olympics; once every four years and it just means something to go out there and play for your country. There's no dollar amount that I would want to play in a Ryder Cup or play in an Olympics. I really think it is unnecessary."
"US players plus their captain, Keegan Bradley, will be given $500,000 (368,300) $300,000 (221,000) of which must be donated to charity for taking on Luke Donald's Europe. The remaining $200,000 (147,320) has been labelled a stipend. The topic was largely lost in fevered discussion over whether or not Bradley would pick himself as a player but remains hugely significant. Europe's contingent have always been adamant they will not seek monetary reward for Ryder Cup appearances."
US players and their captain will receive $500,000 each, with $300,000 required to be donated to charity and $200,000 designated as a stipend. European players refuse monetary rewards for Ryder Cup appearances. Certain flagship competitions like the Ryder Cup and the Olympics carry symbolic national importance that money cannot replace. If payments are made, directing funds to charity is preferred. European players display tighter camaraderie through frequent team golf and cross-country travel between nations, while U.S. players experience less of that brotherhood. The payment issue remains significant amid captaincy selection scrutiny.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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