sentences:  All matches were played to a maximum of 18 holes.The selection process for the European team remained the same as used in 1985 and 1987, with nine players chosen from the 1989 European Tour money list at the conclusion of the German Open on 27 August and the remaining three team members being chosen immediately afterwards by the team captain, Tony Jacklin.Prior to the final event Philip Walton was in the 9th qualifying place with Cañizares in 10th.