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Calling his rise “beyond my wildest dreams,” Vermont native and former ski-slope regular Keegan Bradley has been named Ryder Cup captain – a crowning moment for a career forged by grit, relentless passion and inspiring team leadership
The R&A has rolled out a new qualification route that could let LIV Golf players clinch Open spots through designated events and exemptions – a bold, contentious change that has the potential to reshape major championship fields and spark heated debate across the game.
Every Ryder Cup captain still faces one awkward, unavoidable job: assembling and managing pairings that balance clashing personalities, current form and the pressure of playing at home. Nail those chemistry calls and you can swing match-day momentum; get them wrong and the team’s chances can quickly unravel
LIV golfers now have a direct pathway into The Open, able to qualify through designated events and specific exemptions – a change that reshapes who can compete in golf’s oldest major.
Tom Watson has voiced strong opposition to two Ryder Cup rule changes, arguing they threaten the competition’s traditions and could dilute the team strategy that defines the biennial showdown
The Open has reopened a pathway for LIV golfers – eligible players can now earn places through designated events and a qualifying series, restoring a clear route back into major-championship contention.
A renowned caddie is urging Ryder Cup captains to shake things up “for the good of the game,” proposing rotating pairings and shot‑clock trials to inject speed, drama and greater fairness into team matches
Organizers have unveiled a new qualifying route that allows LIV players to compete for places at The Open – a move that broadens the field to include both sanctioned tour stars and rebel‑tour talents. The change promises more intense competition and bigger stories, but it also reignites heated questions about eligibility, sporting integrity and the evolving loyalties in professional golf.
Experts say the Ryder Cup and Walker Cup have opportunities to borrow from one another to refresh how players progress from amateur ranks to the pros. Smarter team selection, clearer youth‑development pipelines and bolder match formats – from mixed‑team showcases to captains’ picks that reward chemistry as well as form – could fast‑track young talent and lift fan engagement across both events
Stacy Lewis – a two-time major champion and former U.S. Solheim Cup captain – announced Thursday that she is stepping away from competitive golf. After a storied career, she plans to shift her energy to broadcasting, mentoring rising players and spending more time with family
Keegan Bradley delivered a personal, passion-fueled message to the U.S. Ryder Cup team, urging unity and grit. The veteran’s heartfelt words aimed to sharpen focus and inspire collective resolve ahead of the matches.
LIV golfers granted a new qualification route to The Open via designated events and rankings. The change could alter entry lists and intensify debate over tour integration and eligibility.
Captain Donald named a Ryder Cup squad heavy on familiar faces, retaining proven veterans alongside in-form players. The selection favors experience and cohesion as Europe seeks victory.
Tour Confidential probes which players Keegan Bradley should name as Ryder Cup captain’s picks, weighing recent form, match-play pedigree and team chemistry before the U.S. roster is finalized.
LIV golfers now have a clear qualification route to The Open, opening the door for players from the controversial tour to compete on one of golf’s biggest stages. This landmark change in eligibility rules has sparked lively debate across the golfing world
