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.
The selection method for the European team remained unchanged since 1985 and 1987. Nine players were picked from the 1989 European Tour money list following the German Open on August 27th, while the other three members were selected by the team captain, Tony Jacklin, shortly thereafter.