Spain's Pablo Martin holed the winning putt as Europe capped a magnificent fightback by retaining the Royal Trophy with a dramatic 9-7 victory over Asia on Sunday. Martin produced a magical flop shot to 12 inches at the 18th to defeat Jeev Milkha Singh of India by a hole in a glorious moment for European golf.
It was also a personal triumph for captain Colin Montgomerie, coming just three months after he led Europe to Ryder Cup success over the United States at Celtic Manor.
Europe came into the final day trailing 6-2, but showed great character and commitment to win the singles 7-1 as Asia were crushed by a barrage of birdies at Black Mountain Golf Club.
"To come back from 6-2 behind and not to lose a match today against the strongest Asian team we have seen in this event was a fantastic performance, and all credit to the players," said a delighted Montgomerie.
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