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Did Team Europe head into the Ryder Cup without one of its top players? This analysis dives into the selection decisions and notable absences – and asks whether Europe’s depth, team cohesion and captaincy simply masked a potential shortfall
LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open: The R&A has unveiled a new qualification route that lets select LIV players earn spots at The Open – a move that’s sparked fierce debate over eligibility, fairness and whether it alters the championship’s long-standing field.
Were Bethpage’s green speeds to blame for U.S. Ryder Cup loss?: In the wake of the U.S. defeat, players and captains are pointing to Bethpage’s lightning-fast greens – arguing that pace, not form, determined crucial putts and swung momentum at pivotal moments
Europe’s Ryder Cup advantage – a potent mix of depth, resilience, meticulous preparation, tight cohesion and unwavering belief – grows from a culture of genuine collective commitment. U.S. captains, players and analysts say American teams could gain a lot by sharpening those same strengths
LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The Open has introduced a new qualifying route for LIV players, giving them a direct shot at competing for spots in the major despite the ongoing tour tensions. Organizers say the change is meant to protect competitive fairness and ensure the best players can still vie for a place on golf’s biggest stage.
‘You’re going to risk what happened here’: Paul Azinger rips U.S. Ryder Cup move:
Paul Azinger didn’t hold back, blasting the U.S. decision on Ryder Cup selections and warning it could invite the same controversies we’ve seen before. He says the move risks damaging team unity, sparking public outrage and undermining confidence in the selection process unless officials course-correct
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
The R&A has unveiled a new qualification route that gives selected LIV Golf players a shot at The Open, sparking heated debate as organisers wrestle with preserving tradition while folding in the breakaway circuit’s top names.
Luke Donald says he hasn’t ruled out a third stint as Ryder Cup captain, keeping the door open as selectors weigh form, leadership and team chemistry ahead of upcoming picks
Governing bodies give LIV golfers a clear pathway into The Open, using qualifying series and sanctioned events to secure spots amid ongoing debate over tour reintegration and fairness.
In a shocking U.S. Ryder Cup loss, an unlikely hero rose – a journeyman whose clutch singles wins and calm demeanour provided rare highlights amid a dismal American performance.
The R&A has opened a formal qualification route for LIV golfers into The Open, creating a new, lower-friction pathway that instantly reshapes access – and has sparked a heated debate over competitive integrity and the delicate web of relations between tours.
The U.S. Ryder Cup training camp has welded the team together and injected early confidence into contenders, but observers warn that relentless preparation can lead to fatigue, overexposure and rigid tactics that may sap adaptability when players face Gleneagles’ unpredictable links
