Could be that only 10.26% of the Americans surveyed even knew Europe existed - about the same %age of Americans that have passports?

Over the last few years I have had a regular bet with a good friend in the States over the results of the Ryder Cup. Currently I am on the plus side of several bottles of a rather nice Merlot.

I am owed 2 bottles as he hasn't been over since the last win so decided to offer him double or quits. He leapt at the offer. Was I a little hasty?