Daily Horoscope

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LIBRA (Sept. 24-Oct. 23)

With both the Sun and Mars moving through your sign you may be convinced that you are on the cusp of something big but don't fall into the trap of thinking that every step will be easy. You will still need to put in a lot of hard yards.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You may be tempted to take the kind of risks that you would usually avoid but the planets insist you don't have to gamble your future on following a hazardous new path. You are already heading in the right direction, so just keep going.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21)

No matter how determined you may be to succeed the fact is you can only go so far on your own, so accept that you will need to join forces with like-minded people and resolve to work as hard for the team as you do on your own.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20)

The approaching full moon will pull you in two directions at once and somehow you will have to find room in your life for both your longing for success and the people who love you and nurture you the most. A flexible approach is an absolute must.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19)

Keep reminding yourself that you are who you are for a reason and that no one has the right to demand that you change your ways. If others don't like the goals you are pursuing that's too bad - it's your life and you must live it your way.

PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20)

The next few days could be make or break as far as your financial situation is concerned, so promise yourself that the decisions you take will be based on facts rather than fantasy. Be shrewd when dealing with both your own and other people's money.

ARIES (March 21-April 20)

There will be times today when you have no alternative but to do what others ask of you but that may not necessarily be a bad thing. What you give up in terms of independence you will more than make up for in cold hard cash.

TAURUS (April 21-May 21)

A routine that was helpful to you in former years is now well past its sell-by date and needs to be replaced with something a little more modern. It won't be easy for you to change your ways but deep down you know it must be done.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21)

Although major challenges are coming your way you have what it takes to face each and every one of them and turn at least some to your advantage. Give all you've got in the run up to Friday's full moon, then give even more.

CANCER (June 22-July 23)

A friend may be able to see something that you have missed, so listen to what they have to tell you today and be ready and willing to act on their advice. Don't let your ego blind you to the fact that they are more experienced than you.

LEO (July 24-Aug. 23)

The Sun and Mars in the communications area of your chart makes you rather chatty, which is no bad thing in itself but you must be careful not to let slip information that might one day be used against you. Keep your secrets to yourself !

VIRGO (Aug. 24-Sept. 23)

The decisions you take over the next few days will have a huge influence on your financial situation, so make sure you know in your mind what it is you are after and also what you can afford to spend in its pursuit. You're not made of money.

BIRTHDAY TUESDAY

You will accomplish more this year if you quit making detailed long-term plans and let life come to you. Treat each day as a new beginning and let the universe provide what you need to be happy and successful. Why strive so hard when you don't have to?

ROME, Italy — It’s finally here.

Well, almost finally.

Ryder Cup week began quietly Monday, with players and captains trickling onto the course for some light practice, but the matches don’t begin until Friday morning at Marco Simone Country Club.

“The guys are ready,’’ U.S. captain Zach Johnson said Monday. “Well, I shouldn’t say that, it’s partially a lie. They are exhausted. But they will be ready. They are ready to compete. [I’m] excited about the week.’’

So, too, is European captain Luke Donald, who’s tasked with making sure his side keeps its winning streak on home soil intact, with the U.S. not having won the cup in Europe since 1993.

“It’s been a long buildup,’’ Donald said. “A lot has happened. There’s been a big buildup. I feel like my team is ready. Very excited about the team that I have and very excited about the challenge ahead, and looking forward to it, finally, to get going. I think the players are raring to go and it’s going to be a fun spectacle.

“I think everyone at Marco Simone, everyone involved with the Ryder Cup, have done an amazing job. I’ve never seen stands as big as these.’’

Indeed, the grandstands that envelope the first tee are gigantic and intimidating, and they’ll be jam-packed with throaty European supporters who’ve been waiting four years for this.

In the 2021 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin, where the U.S. routed the Europeans, 19-9, there were strict COVID-19 travel restrictions still in place, which prevented the well-traveled Euro fans from making the trip.

“In the end, we didn’t perform at what we needed to perform at, a good standard of golf,’’ Donald said of the last Ryder Cup. “The Americans were strong and they played how they know they can play. And certainly, being at home, we know that’s an advantage. We know it’s an advantage when you’re in the U.S., and it’s an advantage to us. But having that support, that crowd behind you, is helpful and it picks up your energy as a player and you can feed off it.

“Absolutely, we are looking forward to having a lot more support this time around. It was certainly lacking a lot because of COVID two years ago, and hopefully that is something that will certainly be in our favor.’’

Donald, as the home captain, has the choice on what order the matches are played on the first two days. Predictably, he chose foursomes (alternate shot) to start the proceedings Friday morning because the European players are traditionally stronger in that format.

“Pretty simple, really,’’ Donald said. “We feel like as a team, statistically we are stronger in foursomes within our team than we would be in four-balls. Why not get off to a fast start? That’s it.’’

One thing to watch this week is how many matches Donald and Johnson might play even their strongest players. Traditionally, the best workhorse players play all five matches — two on Friday, two on Saturday and singles on Sunday.

But Marco Simone is a very hilly golf course, and the weather is expected to be in the 80s all week, so it’s likely we’ll see fewer — if any — players go the distance like Dustin Johnson did for the Americans, going 5-0-0 two years ago.

“In terms of playing five [matches], I think there’s some guys that certainly could do that and we have done that in the past,’’ Donald said. “This is a very tiring, taxing golf course. I think the weather is not meant to be too hot, but it’s certainly a warm weather week with hills, and it’s a long buildup, the Ryder Cup. These next few days, there’s a lot of team dinners and practice and dealing with the crowds.

“I remember, as a player, that you were really ready to go by Friday and you wanted to compete, but it’s a long buildup. So, I’m wary of some of that. I’ll certainly be considering that but it’s not out of the question that some people might play five. I very much doubt that someone wouldn’t play until the Sunday singles.’’

Donald maintained his confidence in his team.

“As captain, you have to be confident,’’ he said. “I certainly have a lot of belief in my team. I know it’s going to be a difficult next few days. The U.S. are very strong. We know that. We are coming off our worst defeat ever in a Ryder Cup. U.S. players are strong, high up in the World Rankings and they have some great partnerships and have had a lot of success.

“We have our work cut out, but you have to have belief in your team that you’re going to get them into a place where they are going to be successful. I’m sure Zach feels the same way. I’m looking forward to seeing how it all unfolds over the coming days.’’