On September 2nd, Captain Luke Donald finalized his 12-man European Ryder Cup roster with six captain's picks, setting the stage for the showdown at Bethpage Black.
RYDER CUP ROSTER REVEAL
- Captain Luke Donald rounds out his squad for Bethpage Black, adding major firepower with Jon Rahm, Viktor Hovland, and Ludvig Aberg. The picks create a formidable European team, blending veteran experience with explosive young talent.
- Jon Rahm: "I did not think I was going to be as emotional as I feel right now being picked."
- In a fascinating twist, Rasmus Hojgaard makes the team as an automatic qualifier, replacing his twin brother Nicolai who was a captain's pick on the victorious 2023 team.
AROUND THE TOURS
- While Europe celebrates, the U.S. side sees heartbreak as Maverick McNealy is left off the team. Meanwhile, European pick Viktor Hovland goes viral with an incredible hole-in-one on a punched green at his home club.
- Maverick McNealy on being snubbed: "...to come so close to, and fall just short of, making the Ryder Cup team...hurts."
- Hovland's ace was captured on video, complete with his now-famous "NUCLR" celebration, proving he can find the bottom of the cup on any surface.
TIGER WATCH
- The golf world is on high alert as Tiger Woods is expected to be seen swinging a club for the first time since his March Achilles surgery at his Nexus Cup event at Liberty National next week.
- This would mark a significant step in his recovery, with all eyes on his swing and physical condition.
- The "Tiger Watch" is officially on, as fans and media eagerly await the first glimpse of the 15-time major champion's return to action.
Quick Hits
Jeeno Thitikul's positive outlook after loss • Maverick McNealy expecting first child in November • Shane Lowry says the Ryder Cup has been at the "forefront of my mind"
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