Friendly wagers between golfers are nothing new, but wagers between world-renowned golf course are on a totally different level. That’s the magnitude of the Ryder Cup.
Last week, the Twitter accounts of St. Andrews Links (@TheHomeOfGolf) and Pinehurst Resort (@PinehurstResort) placed a friendly bet on the outcome of this year’s Ryder Cup with the loser having to fly the other’s flag on the 18th hole.
Hey, @TheHomeofGolf, the #RyderCup is here. Let’s make things interesting:#RyderCupWager pic.twitter.com/YQtviQWhm5
— Pinehurst Resort (@PinehurstResort) September 28, 2016
Challenge accepted:
We like our odds @PinehurstResort. Consider your challenge officially… accepted! #RyderCupWager pic.twitter.com/y3oJPrby6f
— St Andrews Links (@TheHomeofGolf) September 28, 2016
The outcome was a 17-11 victory in favor of the U.S. Yesterday, St. Andrews made good on the wager and it was a sight to see. Golf’s the best!
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