It’s hardly a shock, however it’s official nonetheless.
On Wednesday it was introduced that world primary golfer Scottie Scheffler is the primary particular person to formally qualify for america Ryder Cup workforce that can look to re-take what’s theirs at Bethpage Black later this 12 months.
“Scottie continues to show why he’s the No. 1 participant on the planet, showcasing unbelievable consistency and dominance week to week,” U.S. Captain Keegan Bradley mentioned. “He’s the last word workforce participant and I’ve little question that he shall be prepared and motivated come September. I couldn’t be extra excited to have him as a member of the U.S. Workforce.”
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“Representing america on the Ryder Cup has been one of many best honors of my profession, and I look ahead to doing so for a 3rd time this September,” Scheffler mentioned. “I’ll do no matter it takes to assist our workforce reclaim the Cup and can’t wait to play in entrance of the passionate New York spectators at Bethpage Black.”
That is the third straight Ryder Cup look for Scheffler and his second on American soil. Scottie made his debut within the occasion in 2021 when america workforce gained at Whistling Straits, a matter I partly spoke to Jason Day about this week.
It was on that last Sunday when Scottie “shocked” the world by taking down Jon Rahm in singles. Wanting again we clearly know so much about Scottie, however that basically was the start of the run that he’s at present in the course of.
Time will inform who Captain Keegan Bradley sees and chooses to affix Scottie as the remainder of the season unfolds.
