Summary
Viktor Hovland had to withdraw from his Ryder Cup singles match due to a neck injury. Team Europe captain Luke Donald explained that Hovland's condition worsened after an MRI showed stiffness, preventing him from playing. This led to the use of the envelope rule where both Hovland and his opponent were removed from the lineup, impacting the team's strategy.
Key Facts
- Viktor Hovland withdrew from his singles match at the Ryder Cup owing to a neck injury.
- The envelope rule was applied, which means both Hovland and his opponent, Harris English, were removed from play.
- The envelope rule is not used often and was last applied in 1993.
- Team Europe had a substantial lead of 11.5–4.5 before Hovland's withdrawal.
- Hovland had been a key player for Team Europe, contributing important points.
- The match involving Hovland was scratched, adjusting the scoreboard to 12–5.
- Team USA gained a symbolic half-point because of the enforced rule.
- Luke Donald, the captain of Team Europe, stated that Hovland was upset about not being able to play.
