Observations: On paper, Europe has the clear golf ball advantage in foursomes. With defined clusters of players using the same model—e.g. Straka, Lowry, Hojgaard, Rahm, Hatton and Åberg—the ball ...

The Ryder Cup does not enforce the "one-ball rule," allowing teammates to switch ball models between holes. In the foursomes format, teams often select a golf ball that benefits the player hitting the ...