Monty outlines Ryder Cup mission

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The 45-year-old Scotsman has been a Ryder Cup hero out on the course in previous years, but in 2010 he intends to steer Europe's finest to glory at Celtic Manor in his new role.

"My message to my players is very easy - we go and claim back the Ryder Cup," said Montgomerie.

"I have been given a task not just to captain this team in Wales but to win back the Ryder Cup in Wales.

"We feel something is missing, the last three captains have had the privilege of sitting with the Ryder Cup in front of them and I don't. It is my job to make that come true for the following captain in 2012."

Montgomerie succeeded Nick Faldo as captain following a unanimous decision from the players' tournament committee.

"This is one of the proudest moments I can think of," he added. "I am very proud and honoured to be selected by the committee to be the 2010 Ryder Cup captain.

"It's not just an honour but a huge responsibility as well having lost the last Ryder Cup in Valhalla. It is important we do everything we can, and I promise I will do everything I can, to claim back the Ryder Cup in Wales in 2010."