The US Ryder Cup rookies that helped deliver a dominant 19-9 win over Europe on Sunday not only showed that experience may be overrated, but also sent a message that the Americans are well-positioned for a sustained run of success in the team event.

Having six Ryder Cup debutants on a 12-man team - the most on an American squad since 2008 - raised questions about how they would handle the pressure-packed environment, but each came through and showed their mettle.