One of sport's most gripping emotional rivalries adds another dramatic chapter starting Friday when the 45th Ryder Cup tees off at Bethpage Black.
With US President Donald Trump set to boost the intensity on an opening day visit, the biennial United States and Europe matchup that has produced a "War by the Shore," "Battle of Brookline," and "Miracle at Medinah" could unleash something to engage or enrage at Bethpage.
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