Passionate English Ryder Cup warrior nicknamed 'The Postman' for his reliability under team pressure, whose fiercely competitive spirit and ability to deliver in the biggest team moments made him a European talisman.
Ian Poulter is English golf's greatest character, a flamboyant competitor whose passion for the Ryder Cup is unmatched in the modern game. Known as 'The Postman' for delivering in pressure situations, his performance at Medinah in 2012 — where he made five consecutive birdies on Saturday afternoon to ignite Europe's comeback — is one of Ryder Cup history's most celebrated passages of play.
Ryder Cup heroics and colorful personality
How They Played
Aggressive putting, strong mental game under pressure, flamboyant dress sense
Lasting Impact
One of Europe's greatest Ryder Cup players, known for clutch performances in team competition