fourball

British

/ ˈfɔːbɔːl /

noun

golf a match for two pairs in which each player uses his own ball, the better score of each pair being counted at every hole Compare foursome greensome

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McIlroy has stated he does not want the crowd scenes to overshadow Europe's brilliant performance, particularly in the foursomes and fourball sessions.

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025

But the disruption continued into his afternoon fourball match alongside Shane Lowry.

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2025

Europe have often opted for more forgiving fourball play to start their home matches, although last time skipper Luke Donald bucked that trend with spectacular success.

From BBC • Sep. 22, 2025

Davies and Nicholas beat future Hall of Famers King and Daniel in the alternate-shot format on day one, while Scotland’s Wright teamed up with Neumann to win a fourball match on day two.

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2024

McIlroy and Shane Lowry shot an 11-under 61 in fourball play Thursday for a share of the first-round lead in the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, the PGA Tour’s only team event.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 25, 2024

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