President Trump disagrees with the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup team picks.
The 2025 Ryder Cup is one month away. It’s set to begin on Friday, Sept. 26 at Bethpage Black in New York. It’s the first time the legendary New York course has hosted the international event, which pits Team USA against Team Europe in a three-day competition. Team Europe has bested Team USA in 8 of the last 11 tournaments.
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On Wednesday, USA captain Keegan Bradley announced the squad for the American team:
Sam Burns, Patrick Cantlay, Ben Griffin, Collin Morikawa, Justin Thomas and Cameron Young were announced as his six captain’s picks
Scottie Scheffler, J.J. Spaun, Xander Schauffele, Russell Henley, Harris English and Bryson DeChambeau qualified via points
“I am immensely proud to select these six players for the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup Team,” said Bradley. “All six are incredibly talented and deserving of a spot on our team. Together with the six qualifiers, our team features a strong blend of Ryder Cup veterans and rookies, each bringing unique strengths and experience that will be hugely beneficial in our quest to reclaim the Cup next month at Bethpage Black.”
TURNBERRY, SCOTLAND – MAY 02: Former U.S. President Donald Trump during a round of golf at his Turnberry course on May 2, 2023 in Turnberry, Scotland. Former U.S. President Donald Trump is visiting his golf courses in Scotland and Ireland. Back in the United States, he faces legal action on 34 counts of falsifying business records. (Photo by Robert Perry/Getty Images)Robert Perry/Getty Images
President Trump, though, disagrees
President Trump wanted Keegan Bradley, who is No. 11 in the Official World Golf Rankings, to make the team. Bradley would have been the first playing captain since Arnold Palmer in 1963. However, Bradley chose to not play, but rather focus on being captain.
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“Keegan Bradley should DEFINITELY be on the American Ryder Cup Team — As Captain!!! He is an AMAZING guy. It will be a great Ryder Cup,” Trump wrote.
Bradley understands that President Trump might be disappointed.
“That was really surreal. I’ve been really blown away with the support. Any time you get the support of the President of the United States, it’s surreal and stunning. I really appreciate it, Mr. President. I hope you’re not disappointed,” Bradley said, adding that he is “look[ing] forward to seeing [him] at the Ryder Cup.”
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President Trump announced that he will be in attendance at Day 1 of the Ryder Cup on Friday, Sept. 26.
This story was originally reported by The Spun on Aug 27, 2025, where it first appeared in the Golf section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
