PARIS -- Tiger Woods always figured to be in France this week, most likely behind the scenes, phasing into life as a legendary elder statesman, a sage whose instincts undoubtedly would be valued to the U.S. Ryder Cup team.
Now, not only is he part of that team, but it is fair to argue that he might be the best player on it. Perhaps not in numerical rankings, but via the eye -- and maybe the ear -- test that was on display over the weekend in Atlanta.