U.S. experience, Europe dominance mark out Ryder Cup

By Mark Lamport-Stokes CHASKA, Minnesota (Reuters) - Home advantage for an experienced United States line-up versus European dominance -- just one of many compelling matchups to savor in next week's Ryder Cup between two star-studded teams at Hazeltine National. Holders Europe have won three consecutive Ryder Cups, and eight of the last 10, through a mixture of shrewd captaincy, consistently good team chemistry, often stellar play and an uncanny knack of sinking key putts at crucial moments. "We didn't really look at rookies versus experience," Love told reporters when asked if his more seasoned team held any advantage over Europe.

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