The most recent men's world rankings were announced on Monday 11th February, and there are six European golfers in the top 20, one less than the USA who have seven. Four of those are ranked above the highest ranked European, Justin Rose who is 7th in the world. Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Steve Stricker and Jim Furyk are 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 6th respectively with the top two on their own averaging more points than the top Europeans put together.
Looking at these latest stats, European golfers are a long way behind the Americans and the best of the rest (Ernie Els, Adam Scott etc).
Does this mean that the USA will walk away Ryder Cup champions come September?
The current standings for who will represent the Europeans in Kentucky, USA, mean the world's current number 63, Daniel Chopra from Sweden will be one of the first choice picks, as well as another player ranked otuside the top 20 in Martin Kaymer.
It's early yet and there's time for things to change, but early indications are showing that for Europe to stand a chance of winning the Ryder Cup this year, they may have to rely on the English fight to pull them through.
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