Sport News 24/7
Ryder Cup 2012: Olazabal to lead Europe
Ryder Cup Betting
/
Joe Dyer /
18 January 2011 /
Leave a Comment
Will Jose Maria Olazabal achieve yet more Ryder Cup glory?
"Europe are the outsiders for 2012, but only just, at [2.18]. USA are [2.04] with the draw [12.5]."
Spanish star will lead Europe at Medinah Country Club in 2012
Ryder Cup legend Jose Maria Olazabal was today named captain of the European challenge for the 2012 event in Chicago.
The Spaniard has played in seven Ryder Cups and boasts 18 wins, as well as five halves and eight losses.
Olazabal was heavily touted as captain of the 2010 team but delayed his decision, with Colin Montgomerie named leader instead. But 'Ollie' played a role nevertheless, becoming an impromptu vice-captain after a last-minute offer from Monty.
Europe are the outsiders for 2012, but only just, at [2.18]. USA are [2.04] with the draw [12.5].
But who would bet against Olazabal tasting Ryder Cup glory one last time?
* Ollie also tees it up at the Abu Dhabi Championship this week. he is currently [540.0] to win and [60.0] for a top five finish.
Read More Golf
Ryder Cup 2012: Rejuvenated US to give Europe stiff test
The golf season is over but we will soon be in the 2012 swing and Ryder Cup talk will dominate the campaign like never before and with good reason - the next meeting looks like being a classic, says Paul...
Ryder Cup: France announced as 2018 hosts
France has been named as the host country for the 2018 Ryder Cup, holding off strong competition from Spain....
Ryder Cup 2012: Olazabal will put style over substance
Europe's 2010 victory at Celtic Manor was all about the captain, but when Jose Maria Olazabal takes charge of the team for the 2012 contest, he will emphasise the collective, says Ralph Ellis....
