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Justin Rose winks at Bubba Watson after draining yet another birdie

No one drains a putt in more gloriously smug fashion than Justin Rose.

The leadoff match of Saturday’s four-ball session is one of the best matches you will ever see at the Ryder Cup. Granted, the wind is down and birdies are out there, but birdie has won or halved nine of the first 13 holes. Justin Rose has drained six birdies in a row and is 8-under on his own through 13 holes.

It’s also been the best match for both awkward and humorous celebrations. But no reaction will top Rose’s wink at opponent Bubba Watson after both drained lengthy birdies at the fifth hole.

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