In the history of the Ryder Cup, several golfers have made a name for themselves by accumulating points for their respective teams, Europe and the USA.
For the Americans, the golfers with the most points are from the 60s, 70s and 80s, but names like Tiger Woods, despite his Ryder Cup record, and Phil Mickelson stand out.
In recent history names like Lee Westwood, Ian Poulter and Sergio García stand out for Europe.
Sergio García
The Spanish golfer accumulated 28.5 points in his Ryder Cup career with an impressive 25-13-7 record.
Team Europe Ryder Cup points leaders
Sergio Garcia
28.5
Nick Faldo
25
Bernhard Langer
24
Lee Westwood
24
Colin Montgomerie
23.5
Seve Ballesteros
22.5
José María Olazábal
20.5
Tony Jacklin
17
Ian Woosnam
16.5
Ian Poulter
16
Billy CasperRelated stories
The America golfer accumulated 23.5 points in his Ryder Cup career with an impressive 20-10-7 record.
Mickelson’s Ryder Cup record:
Billy Casper
23.5
Arnold Palmer
23
Phil Mickelson
21.5
Lanny Wadkins
21.5
Lee Trevino
20
Jack Nicklaus
18.5
Gene Littler
18
Tom Kite
17
Tiger Woods
14.5
Hale Irwin
14
In the modern era, Phil Mickelson has the most points in recent Ryder Cup history His skill, creativity on the golf course, and engaging personality have endeared him to fans in the US and around the globe.
