Monty's Manor

Oct 4, 2024 3:25 AM

Author:Iain Carter

Monty's Manor

'I am the Ryder Cup, I suppose' Colin Montgomerie

For twenty years Colin Montgomerie has been Europe's go-to guy in the Ryder Cup. He has been the catalyst, the leader, the closer. The man they call on to take down America's big guns, the man they turn to when a win is desperately needed to steady the nerves. Now in the twilight of his career he has one last role to play: In 2010 he is Captain of Team Europe in their quest to regain their trophy.

Montgomerie's record in golf's showpiece tournament is unparalleled. Since 1991 he has performed in eight Ryder Cups, winning five of them and has never, ever been beaten in a singles match. He is the most talked about European golfer of his generation but, agonisingly he has never managed to win one of golf's major championships.

Monty's Manor gets right inside Colin Montgomerie's history with the Ryder Cup from his debut in 1991 right up to and including the drama and excitement of this years contest in Wales. Iain Carter has had unprecedented access to key players on both sides of the pond, caddies, coaches, friends, foes, rivals and reporters. Through their eyes we look back on two decades of successes and near misses. It is through them that we get to see the real 'Monty'.

Reviews

A top Ryder Cup read...it's a superbly written and insightful tale

—— Today's Golfer

An intelligent, forthright and fascinating account of a Ryder Cup legend

—— National Club Golfer

Entertaining and enlightening

—— Irish News

Andy Cave's compelling autobiography is, like Joe Simpson's Touching the Void, a gripping book on mountaineering that will appeal even to those who didn't know they were interested in climbing

—— The Observer

Gutsy and funny

—— Daily Telegraph

Recommended for anyone who has ever struggled with fitness, body shape and life in general

—— Church Times

Searing honesty

—— Daily Telegraph

A different class... superb insight

—— Linda Maher , Sunday Business Post

Compelling, entertaining and woven together with particular style and grace... O'Gara is up with the greats

—— Dave Hannigan , Evening Echo

He should be commended for his frankness. It certainly defines this tome in contrast to the usual drudgery of rugby autobiographies

—— James Corrigan , Independent

Since so many sports efforts in this genre tend to reveal very little, a memoir like O'Gara's, one with real bite and new insight, makes for a markedly refreshing read. The book is laced with fleshy anecdotes. All make for bona fide eyebrow arching, giggle-inducing, page turning stuff

—— Dermot Keyes , Munster Express

It is to O'Gara's credit that his autobiography remains true to his personality. It is a compellingly candid read... There is a sense of singularity about O'Gara that takes him into places others find uncomfortable... few men walk the walk better than Munster and Ireland's No. 10

—— Vincent Hogan , Irish Independent

This engrossing book sails straight between the posts

—— John O'Donnell , Irish Times

Arguably the best Irish book of the year... told with flawless skill

—— Malachy Clerkin , The Sunday Tribune

The perfect present for any rugby fan. It shows the goldfish-bowl aspect to life as a modern-day sporting legend and gives an insight into what it's like on the inside looking out

—— Irish Independent

Whether you are a rugby fan or not, this book is likely to please... This honest autobiography will provide an intriguing read for the Christmas period

—— South Tipp Today

Compelling reading

—— Richard Fitzpatrick , Irish Examiner

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