A fast start appeared essential for Europe as the Ryder Cup resumed Sunday. United States golfers needed to five points in 12 matches to win the trophy for the first time since 2008.
Victories in three of Saturday's fourball contests ensured Davis Love III's team held a 9½-6½ lead entering the final day of action at Hazeltine National Golf Club, located near Minnesota's Twin Cities.
Patrick Reed faced Rory McIlroy in the opening match.
Both Reed and McIlroy led from the front for their respective teams this week while exhibiting plenty of passion.
The second match of 12 would see Jordan Spieth — reportedly nursing finger pain — against British Open champion Henrik Stenson, with J.