The Presidents Cup teed off in apt style on Thursday, with former presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton the center of attention on the first tee. Their appearance marked the first time that three US presidents have attended the biennial match play tournament between the United States and an International team, inaugurated in 1994. Golfers -- including 12-time Presidents Cup player Phil Mickelson -- took advantage of the unique moment with Mickelson making his way to the tee nearly an hour before his scheduled start to shake hands and grab a selfie with the presidents. US team captain Steve Stricker has cautioned that his players can't afford to be complacent if they want to extend their dominance in the event.

source: AFP