Bernhard Langer - Part 5 (Later Ryder Cups and Being Captain)

In this final episode of our five-part series with golf legend Bernhard Langer, we delve into his remarkable Ryder Cup experiences and his unparalleled success on the Champions Tour. A two-time Masters champion and World Golf Hall of Fame member, Langer shares insightful and candid reflections on his storied career. Join us as Langer recounts pivotal moments from his Ryder Cup journey, starting with the 1983 European team's transformation under Tony Jacklin's captaincy. He vividly describes the shift in team dynamics, resources, and mentality that led to Europe's competitive edge against the Americans. Langer recalls the intense pressure and key matches, including the historic victories at The Belfry and the groundbreaking win on American soil at Muirfield Village in 1987. Bernhard also opens up about personal challenges, such as recovering from his infamous missed putt at Kiawah Island in 1991 in the "War by the Shore" and his resilience in winning the German Masters the following week. He shares his perspective on being overlooked for the 1999 Ryder Cup team and his philosophy during his successful captaincy at the 2004 Ryder Cup at Oakland Hills. The episode concludes with Langer reflecting on the evolution of the Ryder Cup, the camaraderie within the European team, and his thoughts on why Europe has excelled in recent decades. He also touches on his extraordinary achievements on the Champions Tour, emphasizing his ongoing passion for the game and competitive spirit. Listen to this captivating conversation with Bernhard Langer on "FORE the Good of the Game," where we celebrate the positive impact and timeless stories of golf's greatest players. Subscribe on Apple and Spotify to stay updated with our episodes, and don't forget to share with fellow golf enthusiasts! Give Bruce & Mike some feedback via Text. Support the show Follow our show and/or leave a review/rating on: Our Website https://www.forethegoodofthegame.com/reviews/new/ Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-the-good-of-the-game/id1562581853 Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/0XSuVGjwQg6bm78COkIhZO?si=b4c9d47ea8b24b2d About "FORE the Good of the Game” is a golf podcast featuring interviews with World Golf Hall of Fame members, winners of major championships and other people of influence in and around the game of golf. Highlighting the positive aspects of the game, we aim to create and provide an engaging and timeless repository of content that listeners can enjoy now and forever. Co-hosted by PGA Tour star Bruce Devlin, our podcast focuses on telling their life stories, in their voices. Join Bruce and Mike Gonzalez “FORE the Good of the Game.” Thanks so much for listening!