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McIlroy aspires to be Ryder Cup captain one day

McIlroy aspires to be Ryder Cup captain one day

LIV golfers have been given a formal qualification pathway to The Open, allowing players from the breakaway tour to earn entry through designated events, ranking routes and select exemptions for the historic major.

Rory McIlroy says he hopes to captain a future Ryder Cup team, citing leadership ambitions and a desire to guide Europe’s best, aiming to translate his playing experience into strategic and motivational leadership on golf’s biggest team stage.

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Why Team Chemistry Will Decide the Next Ryder Cup

Why Team Chemistry Will Decide the Next Ryder Cup

Organizers have unveiled a new pathway for LIV players to qualify for The Open – a blend of select events and specific exemptions – and it’s stirred a heated debate. Some see it as a sensible way to broaden access; others argue it undermines long‑held traditions and raises tough questions about fairness.

At the Ryder Cup, momentum and team chemistry routinely outgun lone hot form. Captains who prioritise compatible pairings, crisp communication and a clear early‑round strategy give their side the best chance to seize match‑play momentum and swing results in their favour

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Rory McIlroy Called Out for Ryder Cup Hypocrisy by Former Captain-Did He Cross the Line?

Rory McIlroy Called Out for Ryder Cup Hypocrisy by Former Captain-Did He Cross the Line?

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday due to illness, tournament officials confirmed. He left the course for medical evaluation, forcing organizers to scramble and reshuffle tee times and pairings at short notice.

A former Ryder Cup captain has accused Rory McIlroy of hypocrisy after the recent Ryder Cup, alleging McIlroy’s on-course behavior contradicted his public comments – a charge that has sparked spirited debate across the golf world

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Europe’s Ryder Cup Magic: The 5 Words Behind Their Winning Formula

Europe’s Ryder Cup Magic: The 5 Words Behind Their Winning Formula

Rickie Fowler has withdrawn from the WM Phoenix Open after falling ill, tournament officials confirmed. The 2010s standout will rest and be closely reassessed before rejoining the tour’s upcoming events.

Captains and players condense Europe’s Ryder Cup formula into five decisive words: team depth, resilience, preparation, cohesion and belief. Analysts add that a deep-rooted culture and sharp strategy have been the engine behind Europe’s sustained dominance

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Europe’s Gritty Ryder Cup Triumph: How Does This Win Stack Up Against the Greatest Ever?

Europe’s Gritty Ryder Cup Triumph: How Does This Win Stack Up Against the Greatest Ever?

Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open:
Rickie Fowler’s week at the WM Phoenix Open ended early after he fell ill and withdrew from the tournament. Officials have confirmed the withdrawal; Fowler will rest and follow medical advice as he recovers.

Europe limped to Ryder Cup victory, but how does it compare to other memorable wins?
Europe scraped together a gritty Ryder Cup win despite a patchy performance, leaving fans and pundits debating where it belongs among classic comebacks. Analysts are now weighing the significance of the victory against some of the game’s most unforgettable triumphs

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Europe Rises to Rory McIlroy’s Challenge: The Inside Story of Their Stunning Ryder Cup Road Victory

Europe Rises to Rory McIlroy’s Challenge: The Inside Story of Their Stunning Ryder Cup Road Victory

Rickie Fowler was forced to withdraw from the WM Phoenix Open before the weekend after falling ill, a move that worried officials as it reshuffled pairings and opened the door for other contenders to step up.

Europe answered Rory McIlroy’s rallying cry with bold, cohesive golf – smart pairings, disciplined captaincy and clutch performances from both veteran leaders and hungry rookies combined to deliver a memorable Ryder Cup win on enemy turf

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Inside Europe’s Epic Ryder Cup Upset: How They Conquered on Enemy Turf

Inside Europe’s Epic Ryder Cup Upset: How They Conquered on Enemy Turf

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday after falling ill, triggering a last‑minute reshuffle of pairings. The once‑promising contender cited health concerns and will be assessed before his next start.

Europe rocked the golf world with a road Ryder Cup upset, overturning expectations through daring pairings, clutch singles performances and shrewd captaincy that rattled the home side all weekend

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Bethpage Black Insider Reveals Why Team USA Has the Ryder Cup Edge

Bethpage Black Insider Reveals Why Team USA Has the Ryder Cup Edge

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The R&A has introduced a new route for select LIV Golf players to earn Open Championship berths through designated events and rankings – a controversial change that is sure to heat up the conversation around who gets access to golf’s biggest stages.

Why this Bethpage Black whisperer is bullish on U.S.’s Ryder Cup chances:
A strategist famed for taming Bethpage Black says the U.S. has the edge – arguing that intimate course knowledge, tight team chemistry and smart pairings could tip the balance when every point matters

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