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could delay Ryder Cup The
Ryder Cup, due to start at The Belfry in 16 days, is in doubt after yesterdays
acts of terrorism in the United States. "I think we can forget about the
Ryder Cup for a few months at least," Mark Calcavecchia, a member of the
US team, said at the Bellerive Country Club where the American Express Championship
was due to start tomorrow. "The
US team were due to have dinner with President Bush at the White House on Sunday
night before flying to Britain. That is not going to happen. My guess is it is
too soon after the tragedy." The
Ryder Cup is organised jointly by the professional golfers associations
of Britain and the US and the final decision will be theirs. "Right now our
concern is focused on those who are directly affected by todays devastation,"
Jim Awtrey, the chief executive officer of the PGA of America, said. "I dont
think it is appropriate for us to comment on anything else at this time."
The American
Express Championship was rescheduled yesterday to allow for the fact that 21 of
the 68-strong field had yet to register. Tomorrows play has been cancelled,
with two rounds scheduled for Friday, 18 holes on Saturday and 18 on Sunday. "This
is a sad day for America," Tiger Woods said after his practice round.
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