Saturday, November 28, 2009

Italy edge to World Cup victory

FINAL ROUND LEADERBOARD
-29 Italy -28 Sweden, Ireland -26 England -22 Japan
Selected others: -21 Australia -20 Wales, South Africa -7 Spain-4 Scotland


Francesco (left) and Edoardo Molinari
The Molinari brothers almost blew the tournament on the final hole

Edoardo and Francesco Molinari held off Ireland and Sweden on a thrilling final day to secure Italy's first victory in the World Cup of Golf in China.

The brothers had started the day one shot behind Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Graeme McDowell but four birdies in five holes around the turn were vital.

Italy were one ahead of Ireland and Sweden after 17 but despite finding sand, they rescued a decisive par.

England carded a 64 to finish on 26 under, three shots off the winners.

More to follow.

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