Ian Poulter launches passionate defence of Padraig Harrington following record Ryder Cup defeat - Independent.ie
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Ryder Cup 2021: Europe lost because of key Padraig Harrington mistakes, bad putts and a lack of Plan B
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Captain Harrington banking on experience in European Ryder Cup defence at Whistling Straits – ParGolf Magazine
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European Ryder Cup captain Padraig Harrington (right) with wife Caroline Harrington during the Team Europe Ryder Cup Press Conference at the Wentworth Golf Club, Surrey Stock Photo - Alamy
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