The Celtic Manor multi million pound drainage system initially faced as projected downpours hit this part of southeastern Wales, but two hours after American Dustin Johnson hit the first ball of the 38th Ryder Cup, the game was suspended at 0945 GMT due to a waterlogged course.
The relentless flood, wind and soaked streets could no longer take the abuse of Mother Nature as golf became a lottery and not a game of skill, effort and course management.
European stars Luke Donald admitted the "spell of heavy rain" was "too much" for the course and the ball landing in the stagnant water had nowhere to be removed.
It also seems too much for the waterproof American players, the U.S. PGA confirmed, "could not cope with the rain" to Tiger Woods and cooperation had to go shopping at Celtic Manor to buy raincoats they did what they said on the tin.
Now the Welsh Cup 'Ryder may be remembered for the wrong reasons, as it could be the first game in the 83-year history of the tournament you need an extra day due to bad weather-that is, if there is not enough free time before of the singles matches on Sunday morning.
BBC Wales weather presenter Behnaz Akhgar said: "The heavy rain is due to ease after 1400 BST and there will be light rain until late afternoon which will clarify everything.
"No more dry, clear conditions overnight and the wind facility, but there may be a problem with persistent fog in the course until 0900 GMT on Saturday. But after the bright and breezy conditions are expected to help dry the course.
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The German company said the recall was due to a failure in the braking energy system, but the cars were not safe.
The problem is leaks that may develop in the braking system.
A BMW spokesman said today:''We are writing to all affected property owners asking them to arrange a service appointment.
''There have been no accidents or injuries.''
Recall the UK is part of a global recall of 340,000 vehicles announced by BMW. This includes about 200,000 vehicles in North America.
The company said that a leak could develop in the electric braking system, which leads to a loss of vacuum and reduced power assist braking.
Mechanical braking is still available to slow and stop the vehicle, BMW said.
The company said that drivers who experienced a reduction in power assist braking should make an appointment for service immediately.
The withdrawal of BMW follows a series of recalls in recent months by Toyota participation of a number of different problems affecting around nine million vehicles worldwide.
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