The 37 th Ryder Cup VALHALLA GOLF CLUB LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY 2008 SPECTATOR GUIDE

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2 MESSAGE FROM THE RYDER CUP CAPTAINS Since its inception in 1927, the Ryder Cup has embodied golf s high ideals of sportsmanship, honesty and integrity. Throughout the years, players have represented their countries and the game of golf with pride and honor. RBS cover ad While partisanship is natural, it is important to remember the Ryder Cup is intended to be a friendly competition between the best golfers on two continents. The sportsmanship of the spectators plays a vital role in the continuing spirit and success of the Ryder Cup. In order to preserve this great tradition, there should be no excessive partisanship by the gallery. While all good shot making should be applauded, the prospective misfortunes of an opposing player should never be celebrated. Nor should comments of any kind be made while a player prepares to make his shot. On behalf of all the players, your cooperation in making the 37th Ryder Cup the most memorable in history is greatly appreciated. Enjoy the 2008 Ryder Cup! Nick Faldo, Captain European Ryder Cup Team Paul Azinger, Captain U.S. Ryder Cup Team

3 THE 37 TH RYDER CUP TABLE OF CONTENTS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 4 FUTURE RYDER CUP SITES 28 ADMISSION POLICY Prohibited Items 6 THE RYDER CUP History of the Ryder Cup 8 History of Valhalla Golf Club 9 Biographies of the Captains 10 Team Selection 11 Format of the Ryder Cup 12 Ryder Cup Terminology 13 Viewing the Ryder Cup 15 SPECTATOR BEHAVIOR The Tradition of the Ryder Cup 17 Alcohol Policy 17 Smoking Policy 17 PARKING & SHUTTLE INFORMATION Getting to the Ryder Cup 18 Gate Hours 18 Directions to Public Parking 19 Parking & Shuttles for the Physically Challenged 19 Viewing for the Physically Challenged 19 RYDER CUP TICKETS 20 SPECTATOR INFORMATION Assumption of Risk 22 Autograph Policy 22 Average Temperatures & Sunrise / Sunset 22 Camera Policy 22 Cancellation Policy 22 Entrance Gates 22 Official Ryder Cup Radios 23 Outdoor Video Boards 23 Ryder Cup Golf Shops 23 Suggestions for Spectators 24 Television Coverage 24 The Opening & Closing Ceremonies 25 The PGA of America Websites 25 Weather Warning Policy 26 WiseDVs 26 SPECTATOR SERVICES ATM Machines 30 Commemorative Photographs 30 First Aid Stations 30 Information Stations 30 Lost & Found 30 Lost Children 30 Methods of Payment 31 Public Internet 31 Restrooms 31 Ryder Cup Journals 31 Telephones 32 The PGA Learning Center 32 presented by American Express Viewing Suites 32 Will Call 32 RYDER CUP STATISTICS 34 CITY OF LOUISVILLE 37 COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY 51 TELEPHONE NUMBERS & WEBSITES Telephone Numbers 62 Websites 62 RYDER CUP SCORECARD Friday, September 19, Saturday, September 20, Sunday, September 21,

4 THE 37 TH RYDER CUP SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Date Event Name Location Time Brief Description Saturday, 9/13/2008 Sunday, 9/14/2008 Ryder Cup Merchandise Pre-Sale Valhalla Golf Club 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The Grand Opening of the Ryder Cup Golf Shop will be a first opportunity to purchase Ryder Cup merchandise. General public is welcome. No credentials required. Parking is in Lot B, off of Shelbyville Road. Tuesday, 9/16/2008 Ryder Cup Practice Rounds Valhalla Golf Club 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Europe tees off on Hole 1 USA tees off on Hole 10 Players may practice at any hole during these times and may or may not play all 18 holes. Wednesday, 9/17/2008 Ryder Cup Practice Rounds Valhalla Golf Club 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. USA tees off on Hole 1 Europe tees off on Hole 10 Players may practice at any hole during these times and may or may not play all 18 holes. Wednesday, 9/17/2008 Friendship Match Valhalla Golf Club (10 th Tee) 3:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. This 9-hole exhibition match features all members of the United States and European Junior Ryder Cup Teams. All six matches will begin on Hole 10. Wednesday, 9/17/2008 Gala Dinner The Kentucky Center 6:15 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Dining, live entertainment and socializing with distinguished guests is all part of this black tie gala experience. Separate credentials and invitations are required for admission. Thursday, 9/18/2008 Ryder Cup Practice Rounds Valhalla 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Golf Club (Practice Range) Europe tees off on Hole 1 USA tees off on Hole 10 Players may practice at any hole during these times and may or may not play all 18 holes. Thursday, 9/18/2008 Opening Ceremony Valhalla Golf Club 3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. This ceremony marks the official start of the 37th Ryder Cup and will feature live music, anthems and player introductions. All patrons with a Thursday Ticket will gain access to this event. Friday, 9/19/2008 Ryder Cup Play Valhalla Golf Club 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Morning Matches (Foursome) ~ Begin at 8:05 a.m. Afternoon Matches (Four-Ball) ~ Begin at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, 9/20/2008 Ryder Cup Play Valhalla Golf Club 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Morning Matches (Foursome) ~ Begin at 8:05 a.m. Afternoon Matches (Four-Ball) ~ Begin at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, 9/21/2008 Ryder Cup Play Valhalla Golf Club 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Single Matches ~ Begin at 12:03 p.m. Sunday, 9/21/2008 Closing Ceremony Valhalla 6:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Golf Club (Practice Range) This 30-minute ceremony will mark the end of the 37th Ryder Cup and includes the Ryder Cup Trophy presentation to the winning team. All patrons with a Sunday Ticket will gain access to this event. 4 5

5 ADMISSION POLICY There will be no daily re-admission to the grounds of the Ryder Cup. Once the ticket has been scanned, it will no longer provide admission to the Ryder Cup, except when the Weather Warning signs are posted. Tickets will be required for admission into the Ryder Cup. Please wear your ticket in plain view at all times as security personnel will not allow admission to the Ryder Cup for individuals without appropriate credentials. The PGA of America and Valhalla Golf Club are not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. PROHIBITED ITEMS The following items will not be permitted on the grounds of Valhalla Golf Club: All personal electronics, to include cellular telephones, BlackBerry equivalents, pagers, radios (Ryder Cup radios and WiseDVs permitted), televisions, hand-held games, MP3 players, etc. Food, beverages, coolers, bicycles, ladders, signs, banners and spiked golf shoes. One bottle of water with unopened seal is permitted per guest. Weapons will not be allowed, regardless of permit. Oversized chairs with wide arm rests are not allowed. Spectators may bring small armless, portable/folding chairs to the Ryder Cup. Dogs and other pets. Cameras are allowed during practice rounds, Tuesday, September 16 through Thursday, September 18, Cameras are not permitted at Valhalla Golf Club Friday, September 19 through Sunday, September 21, Large backpacks and luggage will not be allowed. All bags must be smaller than 12 x 12 x 12. If a spectator brings any of the above items to the event, he/she will not be permitted access to the Ryder Cup. The Ryder Cup will not provide a storage space for these items. JOIN THE FUN AND PLAY GOLF AMERICA! Discover just how much fun golf can be for you, your family and friends. Visit PlayGolfAmerica.com to find a PGA/LPGA Professional and discover the ways to get more golf into your life. 6 7

6 HISTORY OF THE RYDER CUP What is today one of the world s most respected golf events, began over 80 years ago when American professionals, attempting to qualify for the 1926 British Open, formed a team to play their British counterparts in a simple exhibition match. British players trounced the Americans by a score of 13 ½ to 1 ½ points and, in the process, so impressed Samuel Ryder, a wealthy British seed merchant, that he determined this should become an ongoing challenge. Mr. Ryder offered an impressive, solid gold trophy for which professionals from the United States and Britain would compete in a series of matches. He stipulated that these matches be held every other year, with venues alternating back and forth between the two countries. Ryder went so far as to specify that each member of the competing teams should be a native-born citizen of his team s respective country, as well as a member of his country s Professional Golfers Association. The Ryder Cup was first played in 1927 at Worcester Country Club in Worcester, Massachusetts. Led by Captain Walter Hagen, perhaps the game s most colorful and influential player, the United States Team captured a respectable 9 ½ - 2 ½ victory. The U.S. Team dominated the matches in the early years and as time progressed, concern for the event s popularity ensued. In 1979, the PGA of Great Britain widened its team selection process to include all natives of continental Europe, and the days of U.S. Team pre-eminence vanished. Since that time, the United States has won the Cup six times, while Europe has been victorious eight times. Samuel Ryder s cherished Cup will continue to travel back and forth between the continents for years to come, delighting competitors and spectators alike. HISTORY OF VALHALLA GOLF CLUB For Dwight Gahm, a prominent Louisville business leader, the dream of creating a traditional golf-only facility capable of hosting a world-class championship began in In 1981, Gahm, along with his three sons, commissioned Jack Nicklaus to determine the feasibility of a private golf facility in the Louisville area. Gahm desired a high caliber facility that could host a major championship while providing the highest level of service. The study s findings supported Gahm s concept and Nicklaus was hired to design the course. In 1986, the 486-acre golf course known as Valhalla opened for play for the club s first members. Nicklaus created a unique combination of a links looking landscape for the front nine holes and a more traditional parkland looking landscape for the back nine, featuring hills, trees and streams. In 1993, PGA of America Chief Executive Officer Jim Awtrey announced that Valhalla Golf Club would be the site for the 1996 PGA Championship. By this time Valhalla had already achieved the distinction of being rated the No. 1 golf course in the State of Kentucky. Since then, Valhalla Golf Club has also been the site of the 82nd PGA Championship in 2000, the 35th PGA Professional National Championship in 2002, the 65th Senior PGA Championship in 2004 and now the 37th Ryder Cup in September of At the conclusion of the 2000 PGA Championship, The PGA exercised the right to purchase Valhalla, continuing its tradition of golf excellence. 8 9

7 BIOGRAPHIES OF THE CAPTAINS TEAM SELECTION Paul Azinger Paul Azinger, a native of Holyoke, Massachusetts, turned professional in 1981 after attending Brevard Junior College and Florida State University. He won his first Tour victory in 1987 and also earned PGA Player of the Year honors that same year. Azinger has been a member of four Ryder Cup teams (1989, 1991, 1993 and 2002). In 15 career Ryder Cup matches, he has compiled a record of 5-7-3, including a mark in singles play. Paul Azinger has won 14 worldwide professional championships in his career, including an emotional victory at the 2000 Sony Open in Hawaii after battling non-hodgkins lymphoma in his right shoulder. Azinger s battle with cancer shortly after the 1993 Ryder Cup earned him the 2005 Golf Writers Association of America s Ben Hogan Award, presented to an individual who remains active in golf despite a physical handicap or serious injury. Azinger will be the 25th Ryder Cup Captain guiding his team in one of the world s most compelling sports events. With Azinger at the helm, the U.S. Ryder Cup Team will be looking for its first Ryder Cup win since Nick Faldo Nick Faldo is the most successful British golfer in history. Faldo is a dynamic golfer whose achievements include being a three-time Master s winner and capturing the No. 1 world ranking. His Masters titles were earned at Augusta in 1989, 1990 and Faldo enters his role as 2008 European Ryder Cup Team Captain with ample Ryder Cup experience under his belt. His resume includes 11 previous Ryder Cup appearances and the distinction as the Ryder Cup s most prolific point scorer. In addition to his Ryder Cup achievements, Nick Faldo has also won three Open Championships in his career and is currently under contract as commentator for Golf Channel and CBS television networks. Captain Faldo hopes to use his experience, coupled with the camaraderie and tradition of the European Team, for success in United States A points system will determine the top eight players for the 2008 United States Ryder Cup Team. The points will be based upon the following: Prize money earned in 2007 major championships (Masters, U.S. Open, British Open and PGA Championship ~ one point for every $1,000 earned). Prize money earned in official events in 2008 from January 1 through August 11 (one point for every $1,000 earned, excluding the major championships and events played opposite major championships and opposite World Golf Championships). Prize money earned in 2008 major championships (Masters, U.S. Open, British Open, PGA Championship ~ two points for every $1,000 earned). Prize money earned in 2008 events played opposite the major championships and opposite World Golf Championship events between January 1 and August 11 (one-half point for every $1,000 earned). The United States Team Captain, Paul Azinger, will make four selections to complete the 12-man team. The Captain s announcement of his four selections will be made on Tuesday, September 2, 2008, which is three weeks after the 2008 PGA Championship. Europe Selection for the European Team is based on points earned on The Ryder Cup World Points List and The European Points List. The Ryder Cup World Points List is comprised of Official World Golf Ranking points won by a European Tour Member from each tournament in which he participates between September 6, 2007 and August 25, 2008 and thereafter, in the 2008 Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles. The European Points List is comprised of points (1 point = 1 euro) earned by a European Tour Member from all officially sanctioned events counting towards The European Tour Order of Merit from between September 6, 2007 and August 31, 2008, or the conclusion of the Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles, whichever is the latter. The final team will comprise: (a) The leading five players on The Ryder Cup World Points List as of Sunday, August 31, (b) The leading five players, from The European Points List, not otherwise qualified from the Ryder Cup World Points List, as of Sunday August 31, 2008, or at the conclusion of the Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles, whichever is the latter. (c) In addition, two further selections will be made by The European Team Captain, Nick Faldo after the conclusion of play of the Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles

8 FORMAT OF THE RYDER CUP There are a total of 28 matches, played in three different forms of match play as follows: Foursome 8 Four-Ball 8 Single 12 Foursome Foursome play is a match where two golfers compete on a team against two golfers from another team and each side plays one ball. The golfers play alternate shots until the hole is played out. Team members alternate playing the tee shots, with one golfer hitting the tee shot on odd-numbered holes and the other hitting the tee shot on even-numbered holes. The team with the lower score wins the hole. Should the two teams have the same score, the hole is halved. The Foursome format is played on Friday morning and again on Saturday morning. Four 2-man teams from the U.S. will play against four 2-man teams from Europe each day. Four-Ball Four-Ball play is a match in which each member of the two-man teams plays his own ball. Four balls are in play on each hole. The lowest score from each side will represent the score for the side. The side with the lowest score will win the hole. Should players from each side tie the lowest score, the hole is halved. The Four-Ball format is played on Friday afternoon and again on Saturday afternoon. Four 2-man teams from the U.S. will play against four 2-man teams from Europe each day. Single Single is a match in which one player from the U.S. Team competes against another player from the European Team, each playing his own ball. The player with the lowest score on each hole will win the hole. A player wins this head-to-head competition when he is up by more holes than there are remaining to play. On Sunday, all twelve team members from the U.S. Team will compete against the twelve team members from the European Team. RYDER CUP TERMINOLOGY Match Play A game played by holes, and not by cumulative score. How is a hole won? A hole is won by the team with the lowest score on that particular hole. For example, if Team A makes a 3 on Hole 1 and Team B makes a 5 on Hole 1, Team A wins the hole and would be 1-up for the match. How is score kept for match play? Score is kept by the number of holes up (won) and the number of holes to play. For example, if Team A wins the first hole, they would be 1-up with 17 holes to play. All Square If a match is tied or level while in competition, then it is considered all square. For example, if both teams make a 3 on Hole 1, then the match would be all square with 17 holes to play. Dormie A side is considered dormie when it is as many holes up as there are holes remaining to be played. For example, if Team A were 2-up with two holes to play, Team A would be dormie. When does one team win the match? A team will win the match when one side is up by more holes than there are holes remaining to be played. For instance, if Team A is 2 holes up with only 1 hole to play, the match is over and one point is awarded to the winning team, Team A. How many points can you win during each match? Only one point is awarded for each match won. Concession A player may concede an opponent s next stroke at any time provided the opponent s ball is at rest. The opponent is considered to have holed out with his next stroke and the ball may be removed by either side. A player may concede a hole at any time prior to the start or conclusion of that hole. A concession may not be declined or withdrawn

9 Can a match end in a tie? If a match is all square after 18 holes of play, the match is considered halved and each team receives one half of a point. There are no extra holes in Ryder Cup play. How many points does one team need to win The Ryder Cup? There are a total of 28 points in Ryder Cup competition (eight Four-Ball, eight Foursome and twelve Single ). One point is awarded for each match won. The team with the most points at the conclusion of The Ryder Cup wins the Ryder Cup. Can The Ryder Cup end in a tie? If, at the conclusion of The Ryder Cup, the teams are tied at 14 points apiece, the team who last won the match retains The Ryder Cup Trophy. Since Europe won the Ryder Cup in Ireland in 2006, it would retain the Ryder Cup. VIEWING THE RYDER CUP You may choose to walk with a single group, or you may prefer to remain at one hole with the intent of seeing the matches as they play through. No matter your preference, the following is provided to make your experience an enjoyable one. Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Practice Rounds On Tuesday the teams are permitted to practice on the course from 8:00 a.m. until approximately 6:00 p.m. On Wednesday, they are permitted to practice from 8:00 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. On Thursday, the course is available to them from 8:00 a.m. until approximately 3:00 p.m. The European Team is expected to begin from the 1st tee on Tuesday and Thursday and the 10th tee on Wednesday. The United States Team is expected to begin on the 1st tee on Wednesday and the 10th tee on Tuesday and Thursday. On Thursday, the Opening Ceremony will begin at 3:45 p.m. at the Practice Range and will conclude at approximately 5:15 p.m. Note: Players may or may not choose to play all 18 holes on Practice Round days. Friday & Saturday Matches The Friday and Saturday Foursome matches will begin at 8:05 a.m. on the first tee. The first of the four matches will make the turn at approximately 10:10 a.m. The final morning match will conclude at approximately 1:00 p.m. A brief lunch break occurs between the morning and afternoon matches. The afternoon Four-Ball matches begin at 1:00 p.m., with the players making the turn to the back nine at approximately 3:30 p.m. The final afternoon match will end at approximately 7:00 p.m. Sunday Matches On Sunday, a total of 12 Single matches are played. The first match starts at 12:03 p.m. with the last match starting at 2:04 p.m. The final match will end at approximately 6:00 p.m. In the event that there is a delay in play during the Friday & Saturday matches, Sunday morning will be used to complete or finish any remaining play prior to the single matches taking place. Whether you plan to walk with a group or stay on one hole, you will want to arrive early. For the most part, grandstand seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis for all spectators. Please keep in mind that, with the match-play format, some matches will not reach the final holes. Each match contributes to the final team score, which creates a very spirited competition on every hole in every match. 14 We hope that you thoroughly enjoy watching the Ryder Cup! 15

10 DRIVE YOUR BUSINESS WITH THE GAME Golf is dynamic... Exciting... A $76 billion economic driver. And three letters capture the game PGA. Steered by The PGA of America, golf presents the ultimate competitive advantage for dynamic businesses looking to showcase their brands to a captured, loyal and passionate audience via worldclass spectator events the PGA Championship, Ryder Cup, Senior PGA Championship and PGA Grand Slam of Golf and through our 28,000 PGA Professionals, who are the grassroots teachers, general managers, owners, retailers and experts of the game and business of golf. THESE PRESTIGIOUS COMPANIES HAVE DISCOVERED THAT A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PGA OF AMERICA GOES FAR BEYOND THE GAME. SPECTATOR BEHAVIOR The Tradition of the Ryder Cup The Ryder Cup is golf s most spirited competition, with an unwavering tradition of sportsmanship and respect among the teams, match officials and galleries. Players and spectators alike are expected to conduct themselves in a manner which respects this tradition throughout Ryder Cup Week. Applause and cheering by spectators should show encouragement and support of all players. Booing or jeering is inappropriate. Spectators who breach this conduct by directing profanity or insult toward a player or official at any time, or who act in an inappropriate or unethical manner, will be immediately removed from the grounds. Your support of this tradition and adherence to the conduct outlined herein is appreciated. Alcohol Policy Alcohol is only allowed in the following designated areas at Valhalla Golf Club during the week of the Ryder Cup: Designated Concession Areas Hospitality Pavilions International Pavilion Smoking Policy Official Card OFFICIAL PATRON Official Bank OFFICIAL PATRON Smoking is allowed in outdoor areas only. Smoking is not permitted on pavilion patios. Official Beer Official Wine Official Sports Drink Official Vehicle Official Hotel & Resort Preferred Personal Insurance Products Official Office Products Supplier Official Soft Drink Official Timepiece Official Accounting, Tax and Business Consulting Firm For more information on how to drive your business with the game, visit

11 PARKING AND SHUTTLE INFORMATION Getting to the Ryder Cup Complimentary parking is being provided to all Ryder Cup spectators at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC). Complimentary shuttles will operate for all ticket holders from the KEC and from downtown Louisville (please see map in back of this Spectator Guide). Ryder Cup shuttles will make continuous loops throughout the day from the KEC and downtown to and from Valhalla Golf Club. The Ryder Cup Shuttle schedule is as follows: Tuesday, September 16th 6:45 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 17th 6:45 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Thursday, September 18th 6:45 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Friday, September 19th 6:45 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday, September 20th 6:45 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Sunday, September 21st 6:45 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Please note: The shuttle route to and from the KEC and downtown will take approximately 30 minutes each way. There is no public parking near Valhalla Golf Club. Stopping on Shelbyville Road is not permitted. Local streets will be designated as No Parking/Tow Away Zones or Resident Parking only. Cars that are illegally parked in these areas will be issued a fine and towed. There will be no Ryder Cup drop-off or pick-up area for spectator cars, taxis or limousines near Valhalla Golf Club. Louisville Metro Police Department will be monitoring traffic near Valhalla and will not allow vehicles of any kind to drop-off or pick-up patrons near the course. Taxis and limousines may drop-off and pick-up guests at the Kentucky Exposition Center at Gate 1. Tune in to AM 1610 for traffic updates. Gate Hours The official gate opening and closing times are listed below. Please make sure to allow yourself enough time to get to the appropriate shuttle when leaving the event. All patrons of the 37th Ryder Cup must enter the grounds of Valhalla Golf Club through a security check point before being allowed admission. Opening Closing Tuesday, September 16, :30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, :30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 18, :30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Friday, September 19, :30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, September 20, :30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. Sunday, September 21, :30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. Directions to Public Parking Please use the following directions to access the Ryder Cup Public Parking Lot at the Kentucky Exposition Center. From I-65 Northbound: Exit at the Fair/Expo Center (Exit 131 B) and follow the signs to Gate 1, the Main Gate. From I-65 Southbound: Take Exit 132 to Crittenden Drive and merge to the far left. Gate 4 to the Fair/Expo Center will be directly on the left past the Cracker Barrel restaurant. From I-264 Westbound: Exit at the Fair/Expo Center (Exit 11) and follow the signs to Gate 1, the Main Gate. If you continue on I-264, you can exit at Crittenden Drive to enter Gate 4 (on the right). To access Preston Highway (Route 61) take Exit 12. Turn right off the exit ramp and follow Preston Highway to Gate 6, which will be on the left between the Sleep Inn and Thornton s gas station. From I-264 Eastbound: Exit at the Fair/Expo Center (Exit 11) to Crittenden Drive. Proceed to Gates 2 or 4 which will be on the right. If you continue past the Crittenden Drive exit to I-65, exit at the Fair/Expo Center (Exit 12) and follow the signs to Gate 1, the Main Gate. (Gates 2, 4 & 6 will be open to local traffic.) Parking & Shuttles for the Physically Challenged The Convention Store is the transportation management company which will organize all shuttle needs. To receive parking credentials for a designated lot for the physically challenged, spectators should contact The Convention Store at (877.4PC.PARK). You may also contact The Convention Store via at kwaldstreicher@theconventionstore.com. Spectators will be asked to complete a form and provide a copy of their handicap certification information. Upon approval, The Convention Store will mail a parking credential with maps and directions to the designated parking lot. All shuttle equipment running to and from this physically challenged designated parking lot is ADA approved and has lift capabilities. Viewing for the Physically Challenged There will be designated viewing areas for those who are physically challenged. These viewing areas are located in the following areas: 1st Tee/Practice Range 16th Green 18th Green 18 19

12 RYDER CUP TICKETS The Samuel Ryder Club Ticket All patrons, regardless of age, must display an admission ticket or badge at all times. The Daily Ticket The Daily Ticket provides access to the grounds of the 37th Ryder Cup on the day indicated on the ticket only. Thursday Daily Tickets include access to the grounds and to the Opening Ceremony to be held on the Practice Range at Valhalla Golf Club at 3:45 p.m. Sunday Daily Tickets include access to the grounds and to the Closing Ceremony to be held on the Practice Range at Valhalla Golf Club approximately 30 minutes following the conclusion of play. The Weekly Season Ticket The Weekly Season Ticket consists of six Daily Tickets, one for each day of the Ryder Cup (Tuesday through Sunday). Each Daily Ticket provides access to the grounds on the day specified on the ticket. Thursday s Daily Ticket includes access to the grounds and to the Opening Ceremony. Sunday s Daily Ticket includes access to the grounds and to the Closing Ceremony. The ceremonies will be held on the Practice Range at Valhalla Golf Club the afternoons of September 18 and 21 respectively. The Weekly International Pavilion Ticket The Weekly International Pavilion Ticket consists of six Daily International Pavilion Tickets. Each Daily International Pavilion Ticket provides access to the grounds, as well as admission to the International Pavilion on the day specified on the ticket. The International Pavilion is a 50,000 square foot, climate-controlled chalet, located left of Hole 10. Elaborate décor, big screen televisions, a variety of food and beverage options for purchase, sun patios, scoring monitors and a lively atmosphere make the International Pavilion a fantastic place to enjoy the Ryder Cup. Thursday International Pavilion Tickets include access to the grounds, the International Pavilion and the Opening Ceremony. Sunday International Pavilion Tickets include access to the grounds, the International Pavilion and the Closing Ceremony. The ceremonies will be held on the Practice Range at Valhalla Golf Club the afternoons of September 18 and 21 respectively. Each Samuel Ryder Club Ticket provides access to the grounds, as well as admission to the Samuel Ryder Club. Located left of Hole 9, this high-end hospitality venue features stylish décor, complimentary breakfast and lunch buffets, afternoon desserts and hors d oeuvres, and a full premium bar. The Samuel Ryder Club will be a fun and memorable place to enjoy the matches. The Captains Club Ticket Each Captains Club Ticket provides access to the grounds, as well as admission to the specific Captains Club indicated on the ticket. There are four Captains Clubs at the Ryder Cup. Each is created so that local, national and international companies may entertain their clients at a reserved table. Captains Club guests will enjoy deluxe continental breakfasts, delicious lunch buffets and afternoon hors d oeuvres. A premium bar, elegant décor and exceptional service will make each Captains Club a wonderful place to be entertained. Captains Clubs are located in the following areas: Captains Club Location Captains Club A Hole 7 Captains Club B Hole 7 Captains Club C Hole 7 Captains Club D Hole 9 The Corporate Chalet Ticket The Corporate Chalet Ticket provides access to the grounds, as well as admission to the Corporate Village and Chalet indicated on the ticket. The Corporate Villages, home to individual hospitality chalets, are located in many different areas on the Ryder Cup site. Companies from around the world will entertain guests each day of the Ryder Cup in the luxury of their private hospitality chalets. Fully decorated in their own unique way, each chalet will be equipped to entertain their guests by providing breakfast and lunch buffets, a full premium bar, afternoon hors d oeuvres, television monitors, Ryder Cup scoring systems and much more. Corporate Chalets are located in the following areas: Corporate Village Location Ted Ray Village Right of Hole 7 Robert Hudson Village Left of Hole 9 Moortown Village Left of Hole 17 The PGA Member Ticket Worcester Village Walter Hagen Village Left of Hole 17 Right of Hole 17 The PGA Member Ticket provides access to the grounds, as well as admission to the PGA Members Club, located to the right of Hole 7. Food and beverage options are available using cash or credit card. Hole 7 Hospitality Hole 13 Hospitality Hole 14 Hospitality Left of Hole 7 Left of Hole 14 Tee Right of Hole 14 Tee 20 21

13 SPECTATOR INFORMATION Assumption of Risk Patrons assume all risk of personal injury and property loss or damage, and all risk and danger incidental to the game of golf, inclusive of but not limited to, the risk of being struck by a mis-directed golf shot, and release The PGA of America, PGA Tournament Corporation, Valhalla Golf Club, participating players, caddies, and respective officers, directors, employees, agents, members, affiliates and their spouses from any and all liability from any such cause. Autograph Policy The event and players respectfully request no solicitation of player autographs throughout Ryder Cup Week. Average Temperatures & Sunrise/Sunset Times Average temperatures in the Louisville Metro area for mid-september range from a high of 80 degrees to a low of 58 degrees. Sunrise is at approximately 7:28 a.m. and sunset is at 7:45 p.m. Camera Policy Cameras are allowed on-site for the practice rounds only, Tuesday, September 16, through Thursday, September 18, Cameras are not permitted during the matches, Friday, September 19 through Sunday, September 21, Cancellation Policy In the event a Practice Round or Ryder Cup Round is cancelled, tickets are valid only for dates on the tickets. The PGA of America and Valhalla Golf Club reserve the right to close the course because of adverse weather conditions or for other safety reasons. No refunds, rain checks, exchanges or replacements will be made. Tune to the local television or radio stations for information on delays or closings. Entrance Gates The Main Spectator Entrance is located to the left of Hole 17. The Hole 7 Entrance is located between Hole 7 and the Practice Range and is for designated corporate guests and volunteers only. Official Ryder Cup Radios Specially programmed radios will be available for purchase at the Ryder Cup. These radios will broadcast the audio portion of the televised feed featured on the Outdoor Video Boards. Additionally, live playby-play radio commentary will be called throughout the competition (Friday through Sunday) on a separate channel. The Ryder Cup Radios can be purchased at the following locations: Main Spectator Entrance Hole 7 Entrance Gate Hole 11 Green Main Golf Shop at Hole 14 Satellite Golf Shop at the Main Spectator Entrance Satellite Golf Shop at the Practice Range Satellite Golf Shop at the International Pavilion Outdoor Video Boards Ten Video Boards (large screen televisions) will be located on-site at the Ryder Cup. Each will project live coverage of the 2008 Ryder Cup. The audio portion of this telecast can be heard by using an official Ryder Cup radio. Please see the enclosed course map for all Video Board locations. Ryder Cup Golf Shops Ryder Cup branded merchandise is available in one of four different Golf Shop locations: Main Golf Shop at Hole 14 (the largest facility) Satellite Golf Shop at the Main Spectator Entrance Satellite Golf Shop at the Practice Range Satellite Golf Shop in the International Pavilion During Ryder Cup Week, the Golf Shop at the Main Spectator Entrance will be open during the following hours: Tuesday Thursday 7:15 a.m. 7:15 p.m. Friday Sunday 7:15 a.m. 7:45 p.m. During Ryder Cup Week, the Golf Shops at Hole 14, the Practice Range and the International Pavilion will be open during the following hours: Tuesday Thursday 7:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Friday Sunday 7:30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. A variety of merchandise, such as men s and women s apparel, outerwear, headwear, artwork, gifts and memorabilia will be readily available for purchase. Travelers checks, credit cards (American Express, Visa and MasterCard only), debit cards and cash are accepted in the Golf Shops

14 SUGGESTIONS FOR SPECTATORS Carpool whenever possible. Remember where your car is parked. Cameras are only allowed on-site for the Practice Rounds, Tuesday, September 16 through Thursday, September 18, Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. Each spectator may bring one bottle of water with an unbroken seal. Wear a hat for protection from the sun and use suntan lotion or sun block. Familiarize yourself with the three First Aid Stations located on site (see fold out course map included in this guide). Dress appropriately for the weather. Stay behind the gallery ropes and cooperate with the marshals. Kneel or sit if you are in the front rows. Remain still throughout each shot and do not move until all players in the group have played or holed out. Walk carefully, never run. Display your ticket or badge conspicuously at all times. For a grandstand seat, plan to arrive early. Bring a rain jacket or poncho. Wear comfortable shoes. Designate a place to meet if you get separated from your companions and/or children. Television Coverage The Opening & Closing Ceremonies The Opening Ceremony will be held at The Ryder Cup Practice Range at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, This formal ceremony marks the official opening of the 37th Ryder Cup and will feature live music and an international display of anthems and flags. The Ryder Cup Practice Range will close to players at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 18. Open seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis on the grassy areas of the Practice Range beginning at approximately 1:45 p.m. The Closing Ceremony will begin approximately 30 minutes following the conclusion of play on Sunday, September 21, This 30-minute ceremony honoring the winning team includes the presentation of the Ryder Cup trophy to the winning Team Captain, and marks the official close of the 37th Ryder Cup. Open seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis on the grassy areas of the Practice Range beginning at approximately 4:00 p.m. The PGA of America Websites You can find information about the Ryder Cup on the following websites: The Ryder Cup is one of the most extensively televised events in the world, with more than 27 hours of coverage by NBC, ESPN, the BBC and Sky Television (Europe). The times listed below are broadcast hours within the United States, Eastern Standard Time. Thursday, September 18, 2008 ESPN 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. ESPNEWS 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. (Opening Ceremony) Friday, September 19, 2008 ESPN 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Saturday, September 20, 2008 NBC 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Sunday, September 21, 2008 NBC ESPNEWS 12:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. (Closing Ceremony) 24 25

15 WEATHER WARNING POLICY Observe the scoreboards and videoboards throughout the golf course for the Weather Warning signs (symbol below) that will appear if The PGA of America becomes aware of inclement weather moving into the area. When the signs appear, spectators are advised to take precautions and seek shelter prior to play being suspended. If the air horn sounds, put down your umbrella and seek shelter immediately. Due to fire marshal regulations, the site will not be able to shelter all Ryder Cup spectators (including spectators holding tickets which provide access to the International Pavilion). Your best option may be to return to your vehicle or to the shuttle buses. If play is delayed due to inclement weather or for any other reason on Friday or Saturday, it will be made up whenever daylight and course conditions allow. If required, play will take place on Sunday morning with the aim being to try to complete the 37th Ryder Cup by Sunday evening. If the 37th Ryder Cup cannot be completed by nightfall on Sunday, September 21, 2008, the competition will continue and conclude on Monday, September 22, In the event of inclement weather, please remember to avoid the following: Grandstands Telephone Poles Golf Carts Bodies of Water Metal Fences Tall and/or Isolated Trees Hill Tops & High Places Open Fields The no daily re-admission policy will not apply on any day the weather warning signs are posted. Tune to the local television or radio stations for information on delays or closings. WISE DVs A limited number of WiseDVs will be available on-site. These hand-held television units will be distributed at the PGA Learning Center to American Express Cardmembers on a first-come, first-served basis each day at no cost

16 FUTURE RYDER CUP SITES 38th Ryder Cup September 28 - October The Celtic Manor Newport, Wales 40th Ryder Cup Gleneagles PGA Centenary Course 2014 Perthshire, Scotland 39th Ryder Cup Medinah Country Club 2012 Medinah, Illinois 41st Ryder Cup Hazeltine National Golf Club 2016 Chaska, Minnesota 28 29

17 SPECTATOR SERVICES ATM Machines For your convenience, ATM machines are located on-site at the following locations: Main Golf Shop at Hole 14 Satellite Golf Shop at the Main Spectator Entrance Satellite Golf Shop at the Practice Range International Pavilion Commemorative Photographs Throughout Ryder Cup Week, there will be roaming photographers available to provide you with commemorative photos for a fee. These professional photographers can be found in several areas around the course, to include the Main Spectator Entrance, left of Hole 17. First Aid Stations Three First Aid Stations are located on-site at the Ryder Cup. They can be found in the following areas: Main Spectator Entrance Right of Hole 7 Green Left of Hole 10 If medical assistance is needed, please notify the nearest Ryder Cup volunteer. They will be easily identified by their red shirts, blue jackets and tan pants. Please provide an accurate description of the location where first aid is required. For example, left of the 4th Tee. It could save a life! Information Stations There are two Information Stations located at the Ryder Cup. These stations will provide information regarding the site and local area attractions, restaurants, etc. The Information Stations can be found in the following locations: Main Spectator Entrance Hole 7 Entrance, located between Hole 7 and the Practice Range Lost & Found The Lost & Found is located at the Information Station positioned at the Main Spectator Entrance, left of Hole 17. Lost Children All lost children will be taken to the Ryder Cup Office, located left of the 10th Tee. Methods of Payment Cash must be used at all outdoor concessions and beverage stands. Credit cards and cash are accepted in the International Pavilion. Credit cards, travelers checks, debit cards and cash are accepted in the Ryder Cup Golf Shops. Only American Express, Visa and MasterCard credit/debit cards are accepted. American Express is the preferred card of The PGA of America. Public Internet All Ryder Cup spectators are welcome to access the internet for free in two locations, behind the 11th Green and right of the Practice Range by The PGA Learning Center. Restrooms For your convenience, restrooms are located on-site at the following locations: Practice Range near the Satellite Golf Shop Left of Hole 1 Right of Hole 4 Left of Hole 6 Left of Hole 7 Entrance Gate Right of Hole 8 Behind Hole 11 Green Left of Hole 12/13 Hole 14 Tee Left of Hole 16 Main Spectator Entrance Handicapped restroom units are located at all locations listed above. Ryder Cup Journals The official 37th Ryder Cup Journal contains a description of each hole, in addition to various stories regarding the game of golf, the history of the Ryder Cup and much more. Journals can be purchased for $10 at the following locations: Main Spectator Entrance Hole 7 Entrance Gate Hole 11 Green Main Golf Shop at Hole 14 Satellite Golf Shop at the Main Spectator Entrance Satellite Golf Shop at the Practice Range 30 31

18 Telephones Cell phones are prohibited on the course. Complimentary telephones for calls within the Continental United States will be located throughout the course. The PGA Learning Center Presented by American Express Open to all spectators, the PGA Learning Center features free lessons from PGA Professionals, swing analysis, putting, and educational presentations, as well as special benefits for American Express Cardmembers. Viewing Suites Viewing Suites are located on Holes 5 and 17. These premium open-air venues provide shade, individual cushioned seats and an unobstructed view of golf. These facilities are available to all spectators Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday on a first-come, first-served basis. Access to these areas is restricted to corporate hospitality guests with proper Viewing Suite credentials, Friday through Sunday. PRINT LESS When has a printer company ever told you to print less? SAVE MORE Sounds crazy, but it s true. Lexmark invites you to discover how you can use technology to keep both your savings and the environment on the green. Will Call There will be no Will Call for spectators use at the Ryder Cup. Please do not plan to leave tickets for pick-up at the Kentucky Exposition Center or at the Ryder Cup site. It is your responsibility to distribute or obtain your tickets prior to arriving at the event. 32

19 RYDER CUP STATISTICS Year Site The K Club, Straffan, Co. Kildare, Ireland Oakland Hills CC, Bloomfield Township, MI The Belfry, Sutton Coldfield, England The Country Club, Brookline, MA Valderrama GC, Sotogrande Spain Oak Hill CC, Rochester, NY The Belfry, Sutton Coldfield, England The Ocean Course, Kiawah Island, S.C. The Belfry, Sutton Coldfield, England Muirfield Village GC, Dublin, Ohio The Belfry, Sutton Coldfield, England PGA National GC, Palm Beach Gardens, FL Walton Health GC, Surrey, England The Greenbrier,W. Va Royal Lytham & St. Annes, England Laurel Valley GC, Ligonier, Pa. Muirfield, Scotland Old Warson CC, St. Louis, Mo. Royal Birkdale GC, Southport, Eng Champions GC, Houston, Texas Royal Birkdale GC, Southport, Eng East Lake CC, Atlanta, Ga. Royal Lytham & St. Annes, England Eldorado CC, Palm Desert, Calif. Lindrick GC, Yorkshire, England Thunderbird CC, Plm Springs, Calif. Wentworth GC, Wentworth, England Pinehurst CC, Pinehurst, N.C. Ganton GC, Scarborough, England Portland Golf Club, Portland, Ore. No Matches played due to World War II Southport & Ainsdale GC, England Ridgewood CC, Ridgewood, N.J. Southport & Ainsdale GC, England Scioto CC, Columbus, Ohio Moortown GC, Leeds, England Worcester CC, Worcester, Mass. USA 9½ 9½ 12½ 14½ 13½ 13½ 15 14½ ½ 14½ 18½ 17 12½ ½ 16 23½ 19½ 23 14½ 8½ 4½ 8 6½ 9½ ½ 9 5 9½ Europe/GB/GBI 18½ 18½ 15½ 13½ 14½ 14½ 13 13½ ½ 13½ 9½ 11 7½ ½ 16 8½ 12½ 9 9½ 3½ 7½ 4 5½ 2½ ½ 3 7 2½ Most Matches Played USA EUROPE Billy Casper 37 Nick Faldo 46 Lanny Wadkins 34 Bernhard Langer 42 Arnold Palmer 32 Neil Coles 40 Raymond Floyd 31 Seve Ballesteros 37 Lee Trevino 30 Christy O Connor Sr., 36 Tom Kite 28 Colin Montgomerie 36 Jack Nicklaus 28 Tony Jacklin 35 Gene Littler 27 Bernard Gallacher 31 Davis Love III 26 Ian Woosnam 31 Peter Alliss 30 Most Matches Won USA EUROPE Arnold Palmer 22 Nick Faldo 23 Lanny Wadkins 20 Bernhard Langer 21 Billy Casper 20 Seve Ballesteros 20 Lee Trevino 17 Colin Montgomerie 20 Jack Nicklaus 17 José Maria Olazábal 18 Tom Kite 15 Ian Woosnam 14 Gene Littler 14 Peter Oosterhuis 14 Hale Irwin 13 Tony Jacklin 13 Raymond Floyd 12 Bernard Gallacher 13 Sam Snead 10 Neil Coles 12 Tom Watson 10 Most Points Won USA EUROPE Billy Casper 23½ Nick Faldo 25 Arnold Palmer 23 Bernhard Langer 24 Lanny Wadkins 21½ Colin Montgomerie 23½ Lee Trevino 20 Seve Ballesteros 22½ Jack Nicklaus 18½ José Maria Olazábal 20½ Gene Littler 18 Tony Jacklin 17 Tom Kite 17 Ian Woosnam 16½ Hale Irwin 14 Bernard Gallacher 15½ Raymond Floyd 13½ Peter Oosterhuis 15½ Davis Love III 11½ Neil Coles 15½ Julius Boros 11 Best Point Percentage (Minimum of 3 Ryder Cup Matches) USA EUROPE Jimmy Demaret (6-0-0) 100% Sergio Garcia (14-4-2) 75% Jack Burke (7-1-0) 87.5% José Maria Olazábal (18-8-3) 67% Walter Hagen (7-1-1) 83% Abe Mitchell (4-2-0) 66% J.C. Snead (9-2-0) 82% Colin Montgomerie (17-8-7) 64% Sam Snead (10-2-1) 81% Seve Ballesteros ( ) 61% Percy Alliss (3-2-1) 58% Youngest Player USA EUROPE Horton Smith y/4d Sergio Garcia y/8m/15d Tiger Woods y/8m/27d Nick Faldo y/1m/28d Paul Way y/7m/3d Bernard Gallacher y/7m/9d Ken Brown y/8m/7d Oldest Player USA EUROPE Raymond Floyd y/20d Ted Ray y/2m/5d Jay Haas y/9m/15d Christy O Connor Sr y/8m/30d Don January y/9m/26d Julius Boros y/7m/17d 34 35

20 Most Foursome Matches USA EUROPE Lanny Wadkins 15 Nick Faldo 18 Billy Casper 15 Bernhard Langer 18 Tom Kite 13 Seve Ballesteros 14 Arnold Palmer 12 Colin Montgomerie 14 Raymond Floyd 12 Christy O Connor Sr. 13 Lee Trevino 10 Tony Jacklin 13 Payne Stewart 10 Neil Coles 13 Peter Alliss 11 Most Four-Ball Matches USA EUROPE Billy Casper 12 Nick Faldo 17 Lanny Wadkins 11 Seve Ballesteros 15 Raymond Floyd 11 Bernhard Langer 14 Davis Love III 11 Ian Woosnam 14 Phil Mickelson 11 Colin Montgomerie 14 Lee Trevino 10 José Maria Olazábal 14 Fred Couples 9 Neil Coles 12 Arnold Palmer 9 Tony Jacklin 11 Jack Nicklaus 9 Sam Torrance 11 Gene Littler 9 Most Singles Matches USA EUROPE Arnold Palmer 11 Neil Coles 15 Jack Nicklaus 10 Christy O Connor Sr. 14 Lee Trevino 10 Peter Alliss 12 Gene Littler 10 Nick Faldo 11 Billy Casper 10 Tony Jacklin 11 Lanny Wadkins 8 Bernard Gallacher 11 Raymond Floyd 8 Brian Barnes 10 Tom Kite, Sam Snead 7 Bernard Hunt 10 Bernhard Langer 10 Dai Rees 9 Most Ryder Cup Appearances USA Lanny Wadkins Raymond Floyd Billy Casper EUROPE Nick Faldo Christy O Connor Sr Bernhard Langer Dai Rees All-Time Most Successful Ryder Cup Partnerships USA Matches Wins Lost Halved Points Arnold Palmer and Gardner Dickinson Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson Larry Nelson and Lanny Wadkins Tony Lema and Julius Boros ½ Lloyd Mangrum and Sam Snead ½ Arnold Palmer and Billy Casper Phil Mickelson and David Toms ½ Tom Kite and Curtis Strange ½ GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND/EUROPE Matches Wins Lost Halved Points Seve Ballesteros and José Maria Olazábal Nick Faldo and Ian Woosnam ½ Darren Clarke and Lee Westwood Peter Alliss and Christy O Connor Bernard Gallacher and Brian Barnes CITY OF LOUISVILLE HOST CITY The City of Louisville has been a gracious host to many PGA of America major events. The Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau has provided the information on the following pages in an effort to make your stay in this fine community fun and memorable. Enjoy! 36 37

21 The City of Louisville loves to celebrate big events and exciting sports. From the Kentucky Derby to University of Louisville Athletics, this city is all about the thrill of victory and the fun surrounding an event. While The PGA of America will host the 37th Ryder Cup at Valhalla Golf Club, the City of Louisville is planning for an all-out, jammed packed, city-wide celebration everyone can enjoy. The Cup Experience, a host of activities planned by the City to celebrate the Ryder Cup, will take place around town and give residents and visitors alike an opportunity to celebrate and have fun. It s just the kind of thing Louisville, Kentucky does for big events. A unique, commemorative pin will get you into many of The Cup Experience activities and events. The pins will be sold at The Cup Experience events and at many retail outlets throughout Louisville. The Fightmaster Cup - September 12-14, 2008 Cardinal Club, 401 Champions Way, Simpsonville, KY This is the first-ever competition between North American champion one-armed golfers and their rivals from Europe. These 12-man teams of highly competitive golfers will square off in a three-day, Ryder Cup inspired competition. It is named after Louisville s own Don Fightmaster, an internationally known, one-armed golfer who has inspired numerous young men and women with permanent disabilities to take up the game of golf. Played at the Cardinal Club in Simpsonville, Kentucky, admission to this event is free with The Cup commemorative pin. The Cup Village - September 17-21, 2008 Fourth Street Live!, downtown Louisville The Cup Village will be a central gathering spot for people from Louisville and from around the world. Live music, food and fun will last until the wee hours for those who visit this high-energy area in downtown Louisville. Admission is free with The Cup commemorative pin. 38 The Cup Concert Celebration - September 20, 2008 Middletown Commonwealth Bank Building Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY The Louisville East-Middletown Chamber of Commerce presents a concert by The Louisville Orchestra and the Monarchs, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. Bill of fare will include Kentucky-produced bourbon, wine and barbecue, along with the music and Kentucky arts and crafts. Admission is free with The Cup commemorative pin. Soiree Under the Spires - September 19, 2008 Churchill Downs, Louisville, KY Leave your black tie at home and enjoy an exclusive event under the historic Churchill Downs Twin Spires. Celebrities and visitors from across the country and around the world will join community residents for local fare, live entertainment, Kentucky-made bourbon, and a fabulous silent auction. A ticket is required for this event. Affiliated events include: The Louisville Irish Fest (Sept )* Jeffersontown Gaslight Festival (Sept )* An Evening with Butch Harmon (Sept. 15)* The 35th Annual Taste of Louisville (Sept. 16)* The Kentucky Bourbon Festival (Sept )* Ursuline Campus Art Fair (Sept )* The premiere of The Kentucky Show! at the Kentucky Center in downtown Louisville* *Admission policies vary. For more information about the events and activities hosted by the City of Louisville to celebrate the Ryder Cup s presence in this fine town, please visit or 39

22 THERE S A LOT TO DO IN LOUISVILLE. AS IN, WHATEVER YOU WANT. WELCOME TO POSSIBILITY CITY. The Kentucky Derby may be Louisville s claim to fame, but the famous horse race isn t all the city has to offer. Nestled on the banks of the Ohio River, this Southern city has loads of small-town charm, a cosmopolitan riverfront district, a diverse art scene, downtown s Museum Row, and a growing foodie market with its own Restaurant Row. Sports lovers should make a stop at the Louisville Slugger Museum, Kentucky Derby Museum and Muhammad Ali Center; thrillseekers, take a ride on one of the world s longest stand-up coasters at Kentucky Kingdom. History lovers can sip mint juleps on a river cruise aboard the Belle of Louisville, a National Historic Landmark. This and so much more is possible in Louisville. Call Louisville or to book a hotel room or request a free Visitor Guide. If you prefer to surf the web for information, direct your browser to Any time day or night you ll find useful information about restaurants, attractions, accommodations and more. Take a moment to check out the searchable calendar of events and monthly podcasts. Once you re in town stop by the city s Visitors center located downtown at the corner of 4th and Jefferson Streets. Here you can pick-up literature, buy souvenirs, grab your Urban Bourbon Trail Passport, purchase discounted attractions tickets, get directions and make restaurant reservations, all with the help of friendly travel counselors. Purchase discounted attraction tickets to places such as, but not limited to: Derby Dinner Playhouse Dinosaur World (Cave City, KY) Falls of the Ohio Frazier International History Museum Glassworks Self-Guided Tour Historic Diamonds Caverns (Park City, KY) Historic Locust Grove Kentucky Derby Museum Lost River Cave & Valley (Bowling Green, KY) Louisville Science Center & IMAX Theater Louisville Slugger Museum Muhammad Ali Center Riverside, the Farnsley-Moreman Landing The Louisville Zoo The Speed Art Museum Also available: $3 Transit Authority of River City (TARC) Day Tripper Pass The Day Tripper Pass allows unlimited trips during any one-day period on the city s bus system, TARC and on the downtown trolley system. With the pass you ll receive a brochure featuring Louisville s attractions. Louisville Originals Restaurant Dining Gift Cards (available in denomination between $25 and $1,000) Visitors often ask, Where do the locals eat? For the answer, they often turn to the Louisville Originals, 60+ restaurants where patrons are likely to be greeted and seated by the owners. Nationally recognized chefs are active in this group, which boasts all kinds of cuisine. Parking Authority of River City (PARC) Smart Cards ($10 & $20 denominations) The Smart Card saves you from having to carry coins for the parking meters and works like a debit card. Learn the stories of two of Kentucky s most famous icons Kentucky Bourbon (America s only native spirit) and Colonel Harland Sanders (founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken) at this mini-attraction. Held several days a week, PossibiliTours is a free, one-hour walking tour of Possibility City that leaves from the Visitors Center (weather permitting). Louisville is a city of inspired hope and creativity and of great pride in our uniqueness. Lead by local volunteers, PossibiliTours provide historical and architectural antidotes about Possibility City while exploring the heart of downtown on foot. You ll explore Fourth Street, Whiskey Row, Museum Row and the civic district with several stops along the way. Call one day in advance for times and to reserve your spot. Walk-ins will be taken based on availability Louisville /

23 LOUISVILLE GATEWAY TO BOURBON COUNTRY In 1783, Evan Williams established the first commercial Bourbon distillery in downtown Louisville. The practices that he began then are still used in today s Bourbon making process. In fact, the area along Main Street between what is now Louisville Slugger Field, and the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, and beyond was known as Whiskey Row. At one time, before prohibition, along Whiskey Row there were 50 distilleries. Now there are only about a dozen distilleries in the state with Louisville producing one-third of all Bourbon. Although Louisville s distilleries aren t open to the public, like the seven along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Louisville is the gateway to Bourbon Country and home to the Urban Bourbon Trail where you can visit eight of the world s best stocked Bourbon bars. The restaurants along the trail offer bourbon-inspired dishes and are the ideal starting and ending point of a bourbon-rich tourism experience. Your experience will continue just a short drive from Louisville along the historic Kentucky Bourbon Trail at seven distilleries in central Kentucky, as well as the historic towns, museums and restaurants that give Bourbon Country its rich culture and distinction. You can mix and match. Spend one, two or even three days visiting all seven distilleries. Below we ve divided them up by their general locations. Before starting your adventure, make sure to check out the Kentucky Bourbon Trail exhibit, pick up information and get advice at the Louisville Visitors Center at 4th and Jefferson Streets. Four Roses Distillery 1224 Bonds Mill Road, Lawrenceburg, KY (502) / Wild Turkey Distillery 1525 Tyrone Road, Lawrenceburg, KY (502) / Woodford Reserve Distillery 7855 McCracken Pike, Versailles, KY (859) / WESTERN CORRIDOR (OFF I-65) Heaven Hill Distilleries Bourbon Heritage Center Highway 49 and Gilkey Run Road, Bardstown, KY (502) / Jim Beam s American Outpost Highway 245, Clermont, KY (502) / Maker s Mark Distillery 3350 Burks Spring Road, Loretto, KY / Urban Bourbon Trail After experiencing one or all seven distilleries, you ll enjoy putting your new Bourbon expertise to use along Louisville s Urban Bourbon Trail bars serving up 50 or more varieties of bourbon, comprised of at least seven brands. You can sample many of these distinctive tastes only in Louisville as many of the bars have their own signature bourbons straight out of the distilleries. CENTRAL CORRIDOR (OFF I-64) Buffalo Trace Distillery 1001 Wilkinson Boulevard, Frankfort, KY (502) /

24 Several of the bars are conveniently located in the downtown district, easily accessible by trolley or on foot, with the remainder just a short jaunt away by car. For a full listing and the addresses, visit www. JustAddBourbon.com. Pick up your Urban Bourbon Trail Passport at the Visitors Center (downtown Louisville at 4th and Jefferson) or at one of the participating bars. Have your passport stamped along the way and your passion for bourbon will be rewarded with a special gift. The Bar at Blu 280 W. Jefferson St., (502) / Bourbons Bistro 2255 Frankfort Ave., (502) / The Brown Hotel Bar 335 W. Broadway, (502) / Maker s Mark Bourbon House & Lounge 446 S. 4th St., (502) / The Old Seelbach Bar 500 S. 4th St., (502) / Park Place on Main 401 E. Main St., (502) / Proof on Main 702 W. Main St., (502) / Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar & Lounge 140 N. 4th St., (502) / For more information: Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Bourbon Country & Urban Bourbon Trail, Mint Julep Tours, EXPERIENCE LOUISVILLE THROUGH ITS CUISINE Louisville is home to several one-of-kind Kentucky foods like Benedictine, Bourbon and Burgoo. The Hot Brown, Rolled Oysters, the Cheeseburger and the Mint Julep represent Louisville s contribution to the culinary world. For dessert there s Derby-Pie and Modjeska candies. What better way to soak-in the culture of the Ryder Cup Host City, than by enjoying some of these native foods? Now, the question isn t what to eat, it s how hungry are you? Louisville offers a range of dining choices that will keep you well-fed for breakfast, lunch and dinner. If you re looking for a recognizable, national chain you ll be able to find those throughout the city. If you re looking for a local restaurant you can certainly ask a local when you get to Louisville, or visit for a list of locally-owned establishments. You may opt to pick your restaurant based on cuisine. Maybe it s the pub-style Irish cuisine from Irish Rover, Molly Malone s, O Shea s, Flannigan s or Shennanigan s that you desire? Or maybe you are craving a juicy, all-american cheeseburger from the restaurant that invented it Kaelin s. The area is teeming with American, Asian, bar & grill, continental, French, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Mediterranean, Mexican, pizza, seafood, steakhouse, sushi and world cuisine restaurants so many that its too many to list here. Check out or where you can search by cuisine type and other options that will help you find just the right place that suits your mood and budget. Once in town, ask the knowledgeable hotel staff or stop by the Visitors Center in downtown at 4th and Jefferson to pick-up more information, directions or reservation assistance

25 The following list of white table cloth dining rooms and steak houses will give you a sneak peak at the choices that await, but it also leaves out a lot of fantastic finds, so begin planning now! WHITE TABLE CLOTH DINING ROOMS: 211 Clover Lane 211 Clover Lane, Louisville, KY / Magnolia 610 W Magnolia Ave., Louisville, KY (502) / Asiatique 1767 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY (502) / Avalon 1314 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY (502) / Bourbons Bistro 2255 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY (502) / Buck s at the Mayflower 425 W. Ormsby, Louisville, KY (502) / Café Metro 1700 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY 40205, (502) / Café Perusa 9200 Taylorsville Rd #103 Jeffersontown, KY 40299, (502) Club Grotto 2116 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY (502) Corbett s 5050 Norton Healthcare Boulevard, Louisville, KY (502) The English Grill 335 W. Broadway, Louisville, KY (502) / Equus 112 Sears Ave, Louisville, KY (502) / Jack Fry s 1007 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY (502) / L&N Wine Bar 1765 Mellwood Ave, Louisville, KY (502) / Le Relais 2817 Taylorsville Rd., Bowman Field, Louisville, KY (502) / Lilly s 1147 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY (502) / Limestone Restaurant Forest Green Blvd., Louisville, KY (502) /

26 Napa River Grill 1211 Herr Lane, Suite 109, Louisville, KY (502) / The Oakroom at the Seelbach Hiton Hotel 500 S. 4th Ave., Louisville, KY (502) / Park Place on Main 401 E. Main St., Louisville, KY (502) / Porcini s 2730 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY (502) / Proof on Main 702 W. Main St., Louisville, KY (502) / RIVUE 140 N. Fourth Street, 25th Floor, Louisville, KY (502) / Seviche - A Latin Restaurant 1538 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY (502) / Varanese 2106 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY (502) / Vincenzo s Italian Restaurant 150 S. 5th St., Louisville, KY (502) / Winston s at Sullivan University 3101 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY (502) / Z s Oyster Bar & Steakhouse 101 Whittington Pkwy., Louisville, KY (502) / STEAKHOUSES: Del Frisco s 4107 Oechsli Ave., Louisville, KY (502) / Jeff Ruby s Steakhouse 325 W. Main Street, Ste 120, Waterfront Plaza, Louisville, KY (502) / Morton s The Steakhouse 626 W. Main St., Louisville, KY (502) / Ruth s Chris Steak House 6100 Dutchmans Ln., 16th Fl., Louisville, KY (502) / Pat s Steak House 2437 Brownsboro Rd., Louisville, KY (502) / Z s Oyster Bar & Steakhouse 101 Whittington Pkwy., Louisville, KY (502) / Volare 2300 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY (502) /

27 COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY HOST STATE The Commonwealth of Kentucky welcomes the Ryder Cup! The Department of Tourism presents the information on the following pages in order to give you ideas for a wonderful stay in Kentucky. Enjoy the beauty, the fun and the Unbridled Spirit! 50 51

28 Horses, bluegrass music, bourbon and history are just a small sampling of what defines the Unbridled Spirit of Kentucky. Our most important asset, however, is our people. Kentuckians have a pride in our state and a passion for hospitality. We welcome the Ryder Cup visitors with Unbridled Enthusiasm! It is no idle boast that Kentucky is known as the Horse Capital of the World. As early as 1800, the quality of Kentucky horses was known throughout the country, resulting in todays multibillion dollar industry. All attention turns to Churchill Downs in Louisville on the first Saturday in May for the Greatest Two Minutes in Sports, the Kentucky Derby. But you can experience horse racing throughout the year at one of Kentucky s several racetracks. Be sure to visit the only park in the world dedicated to horses, the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. The Park will be in the spotlight when it hosts the 2010 Alltech FEI Games the World Equestrian Championships, the first time the Games have ever been held outside of Europe. Visit While Kentucky is best known as the birthplace of bluegrass, it s incredibly rich and diverse musical heritage boasts other musical genres including folk, blues, gospel, jazz, opera and pop. The International Bluegrass Museum in Owensboro pays tribute to the artists that created Kentucky s signature brand of music. Once an obscure cousin of country music, todays bluegrass has a wide ranging appeal. A Kentuckian, Bill Monroe, is considered the Father of Bluegrass Music. A trip along the Kentucky Music Trail includes Renfro Valley and the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Take in a show at the Entertainment Center, featuring live country, gospel and bluegrass music and comedy. A portion of the Kentucky Music Trail includes 144 miles of US 23, birthplace to more than a dozen well-known country music stars

29 COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY INFORMATION CONT D There s only one Louisville Slugger. Only one Muhammad Ali. Only one Kentucky Derby. And only in Louisville can you visit a museum that celebrates each of them. Take a tour through the factory where Louisville Slugger baseball bats are made and see the World s Biggest Baseball Bat. The Muhammad Ali Center chronicles the life and cultural achievements of the three-time world heavyweight boxing champion. Enjoy all the excitement of the Greatest Two Minutes in Sports at the Kentucky Derby Museum. For a different tribute to horsepower, head to Bowling Green and visit the National Corvette Museum, featuring the iconic sports machine. Take a guided tour of the Corvette Assembly Plant, the only production site in the world for this American classic. No trip to Kentucky would be complete without a visit to a Kentucky distillery to experience the art of producing America s only native spirit. Several historic distilleries along The Kentucky Bourbon Trail, in central Kentucky, offer fascinating tours of this 200 year old art. Visit Kentucky may be best known for bourbon, but distinguished wines are also produced in the Bluegrass State. In fact, Kentucky was home to America s first commercial vineyard in Small boutique wineries can be found throughout Kentucky. Stroll through the beautiful vineyards and sample the many varieties of Kentucky wines offered in the tasting rooms. Visit

30 COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY INFORMATION CONT D Visit the Niagara of the South, Cumberland Falls and you may catch a glimpse of a moonbow, a unique phenomenon visible on clear nights during a full moon that appears nowhere else in the Western Hemisphere. Cumberland Falls, in the Daniel Boone National Forest, is one of 52 Kentucky State Parks. Mammoth Cave is the longest known cave system in the world, with 367 miles explored and mapped. The National Park features the most famous cave in the world but there are many equally beautiful caves available for tours in this central Kentucky karst area. Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of one of Kentucky s most notable sons, Abraham Lincoln. Born February 12, 1809, in Hardin County, Kentucky, Lincoln remained tied to his birth state by family, friends, political mentors and political rivals. During this bicentennial celebration, , the entire nation will celebrate Lincoln s life and legacy with special events along the Lincoln Heritage Trail. These historic sites highlight the key people, places and events that established Lincoln as a Kentuckian. For information on the Lincoln Heritage Trail, visit Land Between the Lakes offers 170,000 acres of wildlife, history and outdoor recreation wrapped by 300 miles of undeveloped shoreline. The National Recreation Area includes an Elk and Bison Prairie for an opportunity to view these magnificent creatures in a natural habitat

31 COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY INFORMATION CONT D Find out for yourself why Kentucky State Parks have been called the nation s finest. Kentucky has 52 State Parks 17 are resort parks with lodges and restaurants, more than any other state. No matter what your interest, you can discover your Unbridled Spirit with the fantastic natural scenery and recreational opportunities. The Kentucky State Parks Golf Trail includes 13 championship 18-hole courses, several of which have achieved national ranking. Visit Kentucky is your playground for adventure. Located at the junction of four of the largest rivers in the United States, Kentucky has more navigable waterways than any other state besides Alaska, making the commonwealth a haven for boating enthusiasts and fishermen alike. Kentucky s diverse landscape also provides ample opportunities for caving, hiking and climbing. Visit

32 COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY INFORMATION CONT D Many of the world s most successful companies have discovered that Kentucky, land of the thoroughbred, is also a great place to breed their fast-paced business. Just look at our track record: Industrial electricity costs that are among the lowest in the nation. A tax structure that s among the most competitive in the region. An ideal location within 600 miles of two-thirds of America s population. Kentucky also has some of the most progressive financial incentive programs anywhere, with a variety of options suited to meet the needs of companies on the move. We have a workforce that consistently outperforms the national average for productivity. And we have an unsurpassed quality of life. When you consider the total package, it s easy to see why big names like Humana,Toyota, GM, Ford, Alltech, Lexmark, Ashland, Yum, Citigroup and UPS all have major operations here. Established Kentucky industries range from logistics to healthcare to advanced manufacturing all of which rely on the ability to swiftly change with the times in order to stay a step ahead of the competition. Kentucky s commitment to agile and creative support has helped these industries grow and flourish. Bright futures depend on bright ideas. That s why Kentucky s science and technology community is constantly growing and developing a culture of innovation that is second to none. Here are examples of Kentucky s leading-edge thinking: v The University of Kentucky s New Product Development and Commercialization Center connects small rural manufacturers with university-based research teams to test, develop and commercialize new products. v The Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development brings the public and private sectors together in a statewide network of Innovation and Commercialization Centers that helps scientists and entrepreneurs form companies and find investors to turn intellectual property into market-ready products. v To support Kentucky s small biotech companies, the state s unique SBIR-STTR Matching Funds program is the nation s first to match both federal Phase 1 and Phase 2 awards dollar-for-dollar. This program is available to Kentucky-based companies and those willing to relocate to Kentucky. v Idea State U, one of the nation s largest state-sponsored business plan competitions, is helping support the next generation of Kentucky innovators and entrepreneurs. During its inaugural competition in April, winning teams from the state s four-year state universities took home nearly $100,000 in prize money for their proposals to launch real-life Kentucky businesses. Visit

33 TELEPHONE NUMBERS & WEBSITES Emergency Telephone Numbers FUTURE CHAMPIONSHIPS Emergency/Fire/Ambulance/Police 911 Louisville Metro Police Non-Emergency Telephone Numbers Ryder Cup Office Handicapped Parking - The Convention Store Jewish Hospital & St. Mary s HealthCare Kentucky Department of Tourism Kentucky PGA Section or Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau or PGA Ticketing 800-PGA-GOLF Premier Golf Ryder Cup Travel Services +44 (0) Valhalla Golf Club Websites Ryder Cup City of Louisville Commonwealth of Kentucky Handicapped Parking The Convention Store Jewish Hospital Kentucky PGA Section Louisville Visitors & Convention Bureau PGA of America Premier Golf Ryder Cup Travel Services SENIOR PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Canterbury Golf Club Cleveland, Ohio May 18-24, PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Hazeltine National Golf Club Chaska, Minnesota August 10-16, 2009 For ticket information: PGA2009.COM (800) PGA-GOLF For ticket information: SENIORPGA2009.COM 62 (800) PGA-GOLF 63

34 RYDER CUP SCORECARD Friday, September 19, 2008 FOURSOME Saturday, September 20, 2008 FOURSOME USA Europe Score Match #1 8:05 a.m. vs. Match #2 8:20 a.m. vs. Match #3 8:35 a.m. vs. Match #4 8:50 a.m. vs. USA Europe Score Match #1 8:05 a.m. vs. Match #2 8:20 a.m. vs. Match #3 8:35 a.m. vs. Match #4 8:50 a.m. vs. Friday, September 19, 2008 FOUR-BALL USA Europe Score Match #1 1:00 p.m. vs Match #2 1:15 p.m. vs Match #3 1:30p.m. vs Match #4 1:45 p.m. vs Saturday, September 20, 2008 FOUR-BALL USA Europe Score Match #1 1:00 p.m. vs Match #2 1:15 p.m. vs Match #3 1:30p.m. vs Match #4 1:45 p.m. vs DAY SCORE: USA EUROPE DAY SCORE: USA EUROPE FINAL SCORE: USA EUROPE FINAL SCORE: USA EUROPE 64 65

35 Sunday, September 21, 2008 SINGLES MATCHES USA Europe Score Match #1 12:03 p.m. vs. Match #2 12:14 p.m. vs. Match #3 12:25 p.m. vs. Match #4 12:36 p.m. vs. Match #5 12:47 p.m. vs. Match #6 12:58 p.m. vs. pull out map front Match #7 1:09 p.m. vs. Match #8 1:20 p.m. vs. Match #9 1:31 p.m. vs Match #10 1:42 p.m. vs Match #11 1:53 p.m. vs Match #12 2:04 p.m. vs DAY SCORE: USA EUROPE FINAL SCORE: USA EUROPE 66

36 QUALITY MERCHANDISE pull out map back Ryder Cup spectators are offered a wonderful selection of top quality merchandise designed to capture a lasting impression of a high spirited week at Valhalla. Make sure to visit one of the four convenient locations at the 37th Ryder Cup: Main Golf Shop at Hole 14 (the largest facility) Satellite Golf Shop at the Main Spectator Entrance Satellite Golf Shop at the Practice Range Satellite Golf Shop in the International Pavilion Both the Main Golf Shop and the Satellite Golf Shop at the Main Spectator Entrance will offer special package hold and shipping services to make your shopping experience as enjoyable as possible! PUBLIC PRE-SALE The 12,000 square foot Satellite Golf Shop at the Main Spectator Entrance will open to the public Saturday, September 13 and Sunday, September 14, 2008, from 9 AM to 6 PM. Make sure you take advantage of this early bird opportunity to preview and purchase a wide selection of Official Ryder Cup Merchandise.