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Collin Morikawa says 'you can't skip over' LIV star for Ryder Cup team
Keegan Bradley pulled a stunner when he confirmed earlier this week, well before captain's picks are due, that Bryson DeChambeau would be a part of the Team USA Ryder Cup team. Since DeChambeau is part of LIV Golf, he can only earn qualifying points through the majors - but with limited opportunities, he has taken advantage. He finished T5 at Augusta, T2 at the PGA Championship, missed the cut at the U.S. Open and then T10 at last week's Open Championship. As it stands, DeChambeau ranks fifth among U.S. golfers for qualifying points - the top six automatically qualify. It's hard to see DeChambeau staying inside that top-six, as he has no more opportunities for FedEx Cup points - but Bradley made his decision, and Collin Morikawa believes it is the right one, despite practically severing his ties with the PGA Tour. "He's one of the best golfers in the world right now. You can't skip over that just because he plays on another tour or whatever," Morikawa, currently ranked eighth but a two-time Ryder Cup attendee, told Fox News Digital in a recent interview. "He truly is one of the best golfers, and that's what Keegan wants. He wants 12 of the best American golfers to be on that team. And he brings energy. Not all of us bring that type of energy – he brings a crowd of energy through YouTube, what he's doing – shoot, I want to be on that side of the team, too." The move was a no-brainer for Bradley, who could potentially be the first playing captain since Arnold Palmer in 1965. "Bryson is going to be a very important piece to us winning the Ryder Cup," Bradley texted Sports Illustrated. "He brings so much. He brings energy, passion, but most importantly, he's one of the best players on the planet." An emotional DeChambeau spoke with reporters after a roaring comeback in his final round on Sunday, when he shot a 64 to finish tied 10th at Royal Portrush, and he said he spoke "briefly" with Bradley during the week. Then, he saw something "in our lockers that was pretty inspirational." DeChambeau called the message "personal," and kept it to himself. However, he made a strong statement ahead of the Ryder Cup, an event Europe won in 2023 in Italy. "It meant a lot," DeChambeau said of Bradley's trust in him on Team USA. "This year's no joke. We're tired of it. We're tired of losing." The Ryder Cup will be held on Long Island from Sept. 26-28 at the famous Bethpage Black Course. The home team has not lost a Ryder Cup since 2012, when Team Europe stormed back in Sunday singles in the Miracle at Medinah. DeChambeau did not play for Team USA in Rome two years ago, but Brooks Koepka, fresh off a T2 at the Masters and winning the PGA Championship, got the nod from LIV.
Newsweek
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F1 Star Explains Why He Found Scottie Scheffler's Comments 'Fascinating'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Scottie Scheffler's comments about the meaning of winning and the balance between golf and the rest of his life have transcended the golf world. McLaren Formula One star Lando Norris was among those who reacted, saying he could relate to Scheffler's point. "I thought it was fascinating and cool to see someone performing at such an incredibly high level come out and just say what he did," Norris said, according to Reuters. Scottie Scheffler of the United States plays a shot on day four of The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club on July 20, 2025 in Portrush, Northern Ireland. Scottie Scheffler of the United States plays a shot on day four of The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club on July 20, 2025 in Portrush, Northern the start of The Open Championship, Scheffler spoke about his internal struggle to balance his drive and need for balance in life. His reflections included the role golf plays in his life and his interest in having a greater impact on other things, such as fatherhood and family life. "I respect that he's quite honest about his whole feelings about everything. He's just honest about what he wants," Norris told Reuters from the site of the Belgian Grand Prix, which is set to take place this weekend. "Not everyone has to say what everyone believes in and what everyone thinks should be correct or not correct," he added. "I'm happy that someone that high up, achieving what he's done, he's performing to the same level that Tiger (Woods) did in many circumstances. And that's pretty amazing to see, to come out and say something like that." "So I respect it a lot. And I related to a lot of it in many ways, which is cool. I think the main takeaway is just let the person be whatever they want to be. Let them do whatever they want to do." "I love golf, if I could play everyday, I would" 👊 Lando Norris on his love of golf and respect for the players battling it out at the Ryder Cup ⛳ — Sky Sports F1 (@SkySportsF1) September 29, 2023 Norris is in the middle of another great season, with four wins so far (Grand Prix's in Australia, Monaco, Austria, and Great Britain). He has also finished second five times. Following his viral soliloquy, Scheffler went on to win the Open Championship with a score of 17-under, finishing four strokes ahead of Harris English. It was the fourth major title of his career and the third leg of the career Grand Slam. The World No. 1 has a chance to complete professional golf's greatest feat next year if he wins the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. More Golf: LIV Golf CEO Confirms Meeting with OWGR Boss Amid Ranking Points
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Jon Rahm picks Sergio Garcia for a role Tiger Woods turned down last year
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Tiger Woods accomplished just about everything in golf and served every imaginable role. From grand slam champion to mentor, international icon and board member, he's just about done it all. But one title he's consistently sidestepped is Ryder Cup captain. Despite competing in eight Ryder Cups and serving as a player-captain at the 2019 Presidents Cup, Woods officially declined the offer to lead Team USA at this year's Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. "With my new responsibilities to the Tour and time commitments involved, I felt like I would not be able to commit the time to Team USA and the players required as a captain," the 15-time major winner stated last year as quoted by the PGA Tour. That opened the door the PGA of America to choose Keegan Bradley as the man to captain Team USA at Bethpage Black for the 2025 Ryder Cup in late September. Now, with just 62 days until the Bethpage battle, attention is already shifting to the 2031 Ryder Cup, which was officially awarded to Camiral in Girona, Spain, last week. The captains for both sides remain undecided, but Spanish star Jon Rahm believes his countryman and longtime Woods rival, Sergio Garcia, would be the perfect choice to lead Team Europe in the homeland. KOHLER, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 25: Sergio Garcia of Spain and team Europe (L) and Jon Rahm of Spain and team Europe walk off the third green during Saturday Morning Foursome Matches of the 43rd Ryder... KOHLER, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 25: Sergio Garcia of Spain and team Europe (L) and Jon Rahm of Spain and team Europe walk off the third green during Saturday Morning Foursome Matches of the 43rd Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits on September 25, 2021 in Kohler, Wisconsin. (Photo by) More Getty Images Speaking Wednesday at LIV Golf UK, Rahm gave his full-throated endorsement for Garcia. "Knowing that some things smoothed over in the world of golf, that Sergio could possibly be the captain of the Ryder Cup team, that also adds to it," Rahm shared publicly at JCB Golf & Country Club in the Midlands of England. "I think there's something to say about possibly having, obviously, a local captain. I think it would do wonders for the crowd. If history shows us anything—and it's very hard to compare anybody to Seve—but I've only heard stories about what that Ryder Cup was like. I would say, if possible, I think that's a very obvious good choice to have Sergio be a part of that one." Garcia is currently the all-time Ryder Cup points leader, with 28.5 points across 10 appearances from 1999 to 2021. His record stands at 25-13-7, and he's been part of some of Europe's most iconic moments, including a 3-0 run with Rahm at Whistling Straits in 2021. Rahm, who will turn 36 by 2031, showcased his determination to battle for his team in his homeland. "(In 1997), I think ... that I can remember, four Spanish people that were involved in that Ryder Cup with Seve. Miguel (Angel Jimenez) was a vice captain, Ollie (Jose Maria Olazabal) playing and then Nacho Garrido playing, as well, so only four people can say they have done that," Rahm stated as quoted. "I don't know how many players can ever say they've played a Ryder Cup in their home countries. Not many, besides the U.S. team, obviously. But it would be unbelievable. I'm very happy that it's happening. I'm hoping that somehow or another I can be a part of it. There's certainly some pressure that comes with it, but it truly would be a dream come true." As for Woods, it wouldn't be surprising to see him wear the captain's hat for an upcoming Ryder Cup. However, he might be a more likely pick for Team USA at the 2027 Cup at Adare Manor. More Golf: Tiger Woods' Ex-Coach Calls Scottie Scheffler 'More of Jack' Nicklaus
