"I went over before the British Open and played Valderrama thinking that I might make the team, might be a captain's pick. I made the effort to go over there"

Payne Stewart was describing his effort to make the U.S. Ryder Cup team in 1997. He was hoping to be a captain's choice, so he mosted likely to Valderrama in Spain to play in the British Open in order to show himself. His initiative to visit Spain showed his devotion to making the group as well as his readiness to do whatever it took to make it happen. His determination settled, as he was selected as a captain's pick as well as went on to assist the U.S. team win the Ryder Cup that year. His quote is a testimony to the hard work and also devotion it requires to achieve success, and it serves as an inspiration to others to never ever surrender on their desires.