8 months ago

Viktor Hovland’s Caddie Details Neck Injury Behind Ryder Cup Withdrawal

Hovland’s Sunday absence drew controversy, but his caddie explained the neck problem was no excuse. “It’s a very similar injury to the one he had earlier in his season at the Travelers, it just happened to be on a different side,” he told Smylie Kaufman, stressing the recurring issue left Hovland with no mobility to compete.

By Nischay Rathore

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Phil Mickelson Suggests Non-Golfer Could Captain US Ryder Cup Team

8 months ago

Phil Mickelson Suggests Non-Golfer Could Captain US Ryder Cup Team

Mickelson, who earlier ruled himself out of the 2027 captaincy, floated a bold idea: hiring a coach from outside golf. “Looking outside to a Coach K (Mike Krzyzewski) or Lou Holtz is worth exploring,” he said. He noted Europe’s continuity versus America’s resets, adding an outsider with no player ties might finally forge US teamwork and consistency.

By Nischay Rathore

8 months ago

Europe Already Planning 2027 During Ryder Cup Victory Meeting

After edging the US 15-13, Europe held a Sunday night review with Donald, Molinari, and McGinley asking if stars like Rory, Rahm, and Fleetwood were overplayed. “They’re already looking at Ireland,” Rich Lerner said on Golf Channel. He praised Europe’s “sophisticated, holistic operation,” contrasting it with America’s resets: “We are good at rah, rah. They are good at the Ryder Cup.”

By Nischay Rathore

Paul Azinger Calls Rory McIlroy Hypocritical Over Ryder Cup Fan Comments

8 months ago

Paul Azinger Calls Rory McIlroy Hypocritical Over Ryder Cup Fan Comments

Azinger praised McIlroy’s leadership but blasted his stance on decorum after Europe’s 15-13 win. “He says golf should be held to a higher standard, but then he’s yelling ‘F you’ and telling fans to shut up,” Azinger said on Subpar. “I love Rory, but you can’t say both. You’ve got to be one or the other.”

By Nischay Rathore

Michael Kim Says US Players ‘Annoyed’ by Fan Behavior at Ryder Cup

8 months ago

Michael Kim Says US Players ‘Annoyed’ by Fan Behavior at Ryder Cup

Europe’s 15-13 win at Bethpage was overshadowed by abusive American fans, with McIlroy targeted and state troopers stepping in. Several spectators were ejected during the week, prompting former US captain Tom Watson to issue an apology. Asked if US players felt embarrassed, PGA Tour pro Michael Kim clarified: “I don’t know if they were embarrassed. I think just annoyed with it I’d think.”

By Nischay Rathore

PGA of America President Don Rea Stands by Fan Behavior Remarks

8 months ago

PGA of America President Don Rea Stands by Fan Behavior Remarks

Rea faced backlash after downplaying abuse toward the European Ryder Cup team at Bethpage, comments criticized by Matt Fitzpatrick and Justin Rose. In a follow-up post, he refused to retract. “I’m personally taking some criticism right now… I am not bothered. I know who I ultimately serve,” he wrote, adding, “The truth is still the truth. New level. New devil.”

By Nischay Rathore

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