Putting touch has deserted me, says Poulter

Palm Harbor, FL, USA; Ian Poulter watches his second shot on the 2nd hole during round two action on the Copperhead Course during the Valspar Championship at Innisbrook Resort. Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports

WOBURN, England (Reuters) - Less than three years after his magical putter inspired a 'miracle' Ryder Cup victory for Europe, Ian Poulter says his touch on the greens has temporarily deserted him.

The world number 33 has missed the cut in his last two outings, the Scottish and British Opens, and he puts his sub-standard performances down to a lack of belief with the shortest club in the bag.