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The Latest: An XXXL-sized dose of motivation for Europeans (The Associated Press)

CHASKA, Minn. (AP) -- The Latest on the Ryder Cup (all times local):

3 p.m.

The motivational tug of war continues behind the scenes.

After the U.S. team turned to Michael Phelps for its latest inspirational team talk, Europe countered with Paul O'Connell.

The rugby union legend who captained both the British and Irish Lions before retiring may not be a familiar name on these shores. But suffice it to say when European captain Darren Clarke - who is 6-foot-2 and 200 pounds - calls somebody a ''very large man'' and ''big in stature,'' we're talking HUGE.