This year’s Ryder Cup had to be the most remarkable comeback for Europe, triumphing in Medinah. So much so that those amongst us who now and again have a small wager on sporting outcomes could have backed Europe to win at 25 to 1 on the morning of the final day’s singles. Needless to say, I have yet to meet anyone who did!

There’s certainly something about the Ryder Cup that supersedes any other golf event and it brings the entire golfing fraternity together with the same goal of “giving the Americans a damn good thrashing!”

The way that Davis Love had set up the Chicago course totally back fired I’m glad to say which was, I think, good for the game of golf. If we amateurs have to deal with penal rough week in week out, then I’m pretty sure the best players in the world should have to do the same. Some of the wayward tee shots that weren’t punished were ridiculous and it ultimately played into Europe’s hands.

Once the celebrations had subsided, golfers throughout the land began to rescue their clubs from the depths of garages and sheds and head to their nearest course to recreate Martin Kaymer’s magnificent put to retain the cup.

One slight problem however in the UK this year has of course been the horrendous weather we have endured throughout the summer months.

Fortunately here at Rockliffe Hall we have one of the most efficient drainage systems in the country, which means that winter conditions are virtually a thing of the past and members and visitors can enjoy championship golf all year round. The initial investment made during the course construction has certainly been well worth it and puts us in an extremely fortunate position in comparison to other courses- especially heading towards the winter months.

Rockliffe Hall has been tipped by many to be a potential host to the Ryder Cup in years to come and wouldn’t it be amazing to see such an event in the North East? One thing is for certain, no matter how much rain we had, the course would be in fantastic shape.