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Ryder Cup meltdown: a string of tactical misreads, uneven form and shaky team chemistry left the U.S. reeling. Immediate rebuilding is vital – but so are smart short-term fixes and deeper cultural change: clearer leadership, sharper pairing strategy and tougher preparation must follow if the team is to recover and thrive
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
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 given qualification path to The Open:
Golf’s gatekeepers have opened a new door for LIV players: a designated series of events now offers a direct route into The Open. The move has ignited debate as organizers wrestle with balancing inclusion and competitive fairness while safeguarding the major’s integrity in the run-up to the championship.
Ryder Cup oddity for USA, Europe: Captains who can beat players:
A curious Ryder Cup trend has surfaced – recent captains are still sharp enough to outplay many of their own team members. That overlap of player and leader blurs roles, sparking fresh questions about selection criteria, the value of hands-on experience versus managerial skill, and what true on-course authority should look like
The Open unveils a qualification route for LIV golfers, allowing players from the breakaway series to earn spots via specified qualifying events and criteria amid ongoing tour tensions.
Experts weigh Ryder Cup preparation’s impact on form and team chemistry, with captains balancing match-play sparring and rest as players tune strategy ahead of the biennial showdown.
Alex Norén was named Europe’s final vice-captain for the Ryder Cup, the team announced, bolstering the leadership group with his experience and course knowledge as Europe finalizes its staff.
Keegan Bradley says he has been consulting Tiger Woods as he prepares to captain the U.S. at the 2025 Ryder Cup, tapping the veteran’s Ryder Cup experience on team selection, strategy and mental toughness.
LIV golfers are given a qualification path to The Open as the R&A opens designated events and qualifying spots to select LIV players, prompting debate over inclusivity and competitive integrity.
After a top-ranked U.S. player was omitted from the Ryder Cup, Keegan Bradley publicly offered advice and support, framing the snub as a motivator and sparking dialogue on selection transparency.
LIV golfers have been granted a qualification pathway to The Open, with organizers confirming eligibility criteria and reserved spots, creating a formal route to golf’s oldest major amid ongoing tour tensions.
The U.S. Ryder Cup roster is complete after six captain’s picks, including one unexpected selection that reshapes pairings and strategy. The captain cited form, chemistry and match‑play pedigree ahead of the biennial showdown.
Supporters argue Keegan Bradley must pick himself for the U.S. Ryder Cup team, citing leadership, recent form and match-play grit that could swing key points and steady a squad under pressure.
