Matt Fitzpatrick says taking part in the Ryder Cup was a special experience, despite the fact Europe slipped to defeat at Hazeltine. A partisan American crowd cheered their side to a 17-11 victory earlier this month and Fitzpatrick, a 22-year-old rookie, was beaten in both of his matches.But Fitzpatrick, who is now gearing up to defend his British Masters title at The Grove this week, says the experience has only served to whet his appetite for further Ryder Cup appearances. Fitzpatrick claimed his maiden European Tour title at Woburn last season It was fantastic, Fitzpatrick told Sky Sports News HQ. It was a great experience, one that I will never forget. Your first Ryder Cup, you dont forget it, whatever happens. It just makes me want to be on more teams and hopefully in years to come I can make them. If I keep playing well and keep working hard, I can have more experiences like that. British Masters news The latest build-up ahead of the British Masters The 12 who were there two weeks ago could easily be the 12 in two years time. We have got some great players on that team.Asked what memories he would take from the event, he added: Sharing a team room with the guys, they are all brilliant people. Henrik Stenson, Lee Westwood, Clarkey [captain Darren Clarke] are people I have looked up to since I was young, Sergio [Garcia] as well.To be on the same team as them and play in the Ryder Cup with them, not just watching from outside the ropes, was special. The young Englishman is one of four Ryder Cup players in action this week Fitzpatrick is now firmly focused on the British Masters and is enjoying the prospect of trying to defend a title for the first time as a pro.It is exciting, I am really looking forward to the week, said the Sheffield golfer. This is the first time it has happened for me and it is all new feelings, but I am looking forward to it. Fantastic memories [of last year], it was my first professional win and its such a special event, being my home country, home crowd. Watch NOW TV Watch Sky Sports for just £6.99. No contract. I have only just got here but I can already see how well-run the tournament is. Everything is in great shape and it is going to be good. Luke Donald hosts the British Masters this year and its live on Sky Sports. Heres a taste of what to expect... I think the British crowds are the best in the world. Obviously, to have them here again, it will be exciting. Hopefully we can all play some good golf and then they will enjoy the week.Asked if he was planning to make his first title defence a successful one, he added: Of course, that is why we are here!You can watch Englands tour of Bangladesh, plus Premier League football and the British Masters on Sky Sports. Upgrade now and enjoy three months at half price! 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The firing came as a shock to many because the Dutchman appeared to be turning things around, getting a result against Manchester United and putting in a good effort against Liverpool despite losing in the last minute. But it wasnt enough for Fulham owner and chairman Shahid Khan. "Our club has shown promise in recent matches, but the fact is we have not won a league match since Jan. 1," Khan said. "Given our form, we can no longer merely hope that our fortunes will finally turn. And with 12 matches remaining and at least four points separating us from safety, we certainly can no longer post empty results. Action was required." The club is bottom of the table with 20 points from 26 matches. Magath has vast Bundesliga coaching experience, guiding Bayern Munich to back-to-back titles in 2005 and 2006, and lifting the league trophy again with Wolfsburg in 2009. He has also coached other German teams, including Hamburg and Schalke. But he has never managed in the Premier League. The 60-year-old Magath recently ruled out becoming coach again at Hamburg, which is in its own relegation battle annd which he led to European glory as a player.dddddddddddd He hasnt coached since leaving Wolfsburg in October 2012. "Here we go again. Im coming back into football," Magath said on his Facebook account. "I am manager of Fulham with immediate effect. Its a fantastic working environment for any coach and footballer." Khan welcomed the Germans experience, saying he had faith Magath could lift Fulham out of the relegation zone. "Im especially impressed with the reputation Felix has for coming into clubs at difficult times, often late in the season, and lifting them to their potential and beyond," Khan said. "Felix knows that is precisely the task awaiting him at Fulham, and he made it abundantly clear that he wants and is ready for the opportunity." Fulham said it would make an announcement soon about the clubs backroom staff. The teams next match is Saturday at West Bromwich Albion, which sits four points above the Cottagers in 17th place. Meulensteen, who previously worked under Alex Ferguson at Manchester United, was hired as Fulham manager after Martin Jol was sacked on Dec. 1. "I knew the owners were freaking out a little bit that there was the possibility of the club going down," Meulensteen told the BBC. "The way forward that we have discussed with the club was about longevity and in this case it is clearly an act of fear." Fulham held United to a 2-2 draw at Old Trafford on Sunday, but the team was beaten by a late penalty in a 3-2 loss to Liverpool on Wednesday at Craven Cottage. "I have not had a lot of time and people who came to the Manchester United and Liverpool games could see what I was trying to put in place," Meulensteen said. "I couldnt care less what they put in the statement, to be honest." ' ' '