Ryder Cup returns to the United States in September this year Bethpage Black in New Yorkthe buzz now focuses on the 12 players that will eventually line up on each side. Both Keegan Bradley (USA) and Luke Donald (Europe) There are already six automatic qualifiers locked in, and only six discretionary captains’ picks can make their roster. Because of the form, partnership and experience are all kept trade-offs with momentum and potential, these decisions are expected to be bigger than ever in the game.
Team USA: Bradley’s balance
Automatic qualifiers
Scottie Scheffler, JJ Spaun, Xander Schauffele, Russell Henley, Harris English and Bryson DeChambeau.
Close to the definition of draft picks
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Justin Thomas – Thomas is a multiple Ryder Cup and major champion, rediscovered the form at the right time and is actually considered as a guaranteed one.
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Collin Morikawa – Stable and stable, his iron brings him close to the lock.
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Patrick Cantlay – A proven Ryder Cup performer and Schauffele’s natural partner for his inclusion.
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Sam Burning – If Bradley values chemistry, you can insert the President Cup stamina and putter. Rumor has it that the captain has been given a draft pick.
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Strong debate
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Cameron Young – This year’s New Yorker won a PGA Tour with his aggressive driving suit
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Keegan Bradley (played as captain?) – Bradley is in the tenth place and if he supports himself, he can be the first captain since Arnold Palmer in 1963.
External Opportunities
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McNeilly – Good summer form, but may be squeezed out unless Bradley prefers youth.
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Jordan Spieth – The legend of the Ryder Cup, but the indifferent form makes him need the captain’s faith, not the result.
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Brooks Koepka – Always a big stage name, although not very active on the PGA Tour this year.
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Chris Gotterup – New Jersey local product, high in length; would be a surprising choice, but Bethpage could fit him.
European Team: Donald’s Deliberation
Automatic qualifiers
Rory McIlroy, Justin Rose, Tommy Fleetwood, Robert MacIntyre, Tyrrell Hatton and Rasmus Højgaard (winning the title in dramatic style at the Masters this weekend).
Probably the captain’s draft pick
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Jon Rahm – Despite the transfer to Liv, his main lineage and Ryder Cup dominance have made him a lockdown.
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Viktor Hovland – Still a top 10 player and reliable pairing option.
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Radwig Oberg – A rising star that brings young energy and elite hitting.
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Matt Fitzpatrick – Ryder Cup experience plus a stable season suggests he will be selected.
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Shane Lowry – 2023 Ryder Cup hero, but missed the automatic qualification this time. Donald may rely on his experience and clutch.
Fringe competitors
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Marco Penge – A fresh breakthrough year at the DP World Tour, the British are a dark horse. If Donald wants to reward the game of form and guts, then Pengge may be in the conversation.
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Matt Wallace – After combat testing, there is gloriousness on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. A hot competitor whose mentality can be consistent with the strength of Bethpage.
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Guido Migliozzi – Great when it’s hot, although inconsistent. It might be gambling.
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Thomas Detry – Strong PGA Tour season, but facing intense competition from limited locations.
Summary: Donald is most likely Ram, Hofland, Åberg, fitzpatrick, Straka and Lowry. The accompanying names like Wallace and Penge add to the plot, while Detry and Migliozzi may require a bold captain’s call.
Final prospect
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US Draft (Predict): Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Patrick Cantlay, Ben Griffin, Cameron Young possible Sam Burns – Unless Bradley named himself.
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European Choice (Forecast): Jon Rahm, Viktor Hovland, LudvigÅberg, Matt Fitzpatrick, Sepp Straka and Shane Lowry.
Currently with Betway’s Ryder Cup
United States 8/11
Europe 11/8
Tie 12/1
