Sep 28, 2018; Paris, FRA; United States captain Jim Furyk during the Ryder Cup Friday afternoon matches at Le Golf National. Mandatory Credit: Ian Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports
PARIS (Reuters) - United States Ryder Cup captain Jim Furyk defended his decision to play Phil Mickelson in the foursomes on the opening day of the Ryder Cup on Friday and also dismissed concerns that Tiger Woods might be hindered by back issues.
After taking a 3-1 lead in the morning fourballs, the Americans were swept in the four alternate shot matches at Le Golf National.
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