Phil Mickelson Hails Ben Griffin as Ryder Cup Inspiration

11 months ago

Phil Mickelson Hails Ben Griffin as Ryder Cup Inspiration

Ben Griffin’s Ryder Cup debut was sealed as Keegan Bradley named him among six picks after a two-win PGA Tour season. “Four years ago I wanted to give up… now I’m going to give it all to help this team win at Bethpage,” Griffin wrote on X. Mickelson replied with clapping emojis: “Congratulations. You’re an inspiration.”

By Nischay Rathore

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PGA Tour Caddie Urges Respectful but Loud Support from US Fans at Ryder Cup

11 months ago

PGA Tour Caddie Urges Respectful but Loud Support from US Fans at Ryder Cup

Veteran caddie Kip Henley, now on Scott Gutschewski’s bag, called on American fans to strike the right balance at Bethpage. “Can we please have an insanely biased loud week of cheering BUT 100% respectful of the Euro’s when it’s their time to play!” he posted. Henley’s plea comes amid memories of abusive fan behavior at Brookline in 1999.

By Nischay Rathore

Paul McGinley Calls Late US Ryder Cup Format Announcement ‘Interesting’ and ‘Unusual’

11 months ago

Paul McGinley Calls Late US Ryder Cup Format Announcement ‘Interesting’ and ‘Unusual’

McGinley believes the PGA of America may have hinted at Keegan Bradley’s playing role with its late format reveal. “Foursomes in the morning, four-balls in the afternoon… if Keegan is going to play, that’s the way to do it,” he said on Sky Sports. The ex-Europe captain added a well-organized Bradley could balance both duties.

By Nischay Rathore

Keegan Bradley Names Ryder Cup Captain's Picks, Confirms Non-Playing Role

11 months ago

Keegan Bradley Names Ryder Cup Captain's Picks, Confirms Non-Playing Role

Bradley finalized his six captain’s picks: 1. Justin Thomas, ⁠2. Colin Morikawa, 3. ⁠Ben Griffin, 4. ⁠Cam Young, 5. ⁠Patrick Cantlay, 6. ⁠Sam Burns. “I’m having a very hard time separating my captaincy and my play,” he admitted at East Lake, but confirmed he’ll serve strictly as captain. The decision ends debate over whether he’d play while leading Team USA.

By Raahib Singh

Brandel Chamblee Applauds Keegan Bradley for Picking Sam Burns Over Himself

11 months ago

Brandel Chamblee Applauds Keegan Bradley for Picking Sam Burns Over Himself

Bradley shocked many by leaving himself off the U.S. Ryder Cup team, choosing Burns as his sixth pick. Chamblee said, “He may well have won the Ryder Cup in making that decision… that’s what a leader does, make a personal sacrifice for the collective good.” He added Bradley’s press conference was among the best he’d seen.

By Nischay Rathore

Keegan Bradley Calls Bryson DeChambeau His ‘Great Weapon’ for Ryder Cup

11 months ago

Keegan Bradley Calls Bryson DeChambeau His ‘Great Weapon’ for Ryder Cup

Bradley hailed DeChambeau after naming his six captain’s picks, calling him “absolutely incredible.” He said DeChambeau qualified “off eight starts, which is unheard of,” and praised his effort to bond with teammates despite LIV ties. “He’ll play with anybody… he’s just rabid to get out there and represent his country. He’s a really great weapon.”

By Nischay Rathore

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