Ryder Cup insider Jamie Lovemark shuts down long-standing rumors about Patrick Cantlay’s attitude, revealing the American star as a true team warrior, not a money-driven player. Despite Team USA’s loss at Bethpage, Cantlay’s grit and leadership stood out once again.
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Shattered by RDER Cup insider after USA’s defeat win in Rome, Patrick Kentlay found himself at the center of one of the RDER Cup’s most infamous controversies, the so-called Hackgate saga. Rumors swirled that Kentlay refused to wear a cap in protest over players not being paid to represent Team USA. The narrative painted him as self-interested and moneydriven, overshadowing his actual performance on the course. But according to a RDER Cup insider, that perception couldn’t be further from the truth. Former vice captain Jaime Love recently joined the Any Given Monday podcast to set the record straight about Kantlay’s attitude and effort both in Rome and again at the 2025 Ryder Cup at Beth Page. Love Mark shared a firstirhand account of Kentlay’s grit. I was with mostly Patrick Kentlay the entire week. He said, I can’t describe to you what a warrior Patrick is. He’s five matches, no complaining. He’s tired. It’s brutal out there and the team’s doing bad. But he’s like, “Whatever it takes to win, I’ll play with whoever, whenever, wherever.” I was so proud of him. Such a great teammate. Far from the image of a self-centered player, Love Mark described Kentlay as one of the toughest competitors on Team USA, a leader willing to put the team before himself no matter the conditions. Kentlay’s true contribution to Team USA despite Team USA’s overall struggles. Kantlay was one of the few bright spots just as he did in 2023. The 33-year-old delivered strong performances under pressure at Beth Paige. He was one of the most consistent American players, earning key points alongside close friend Xander Chauffel in the opening forsomes, preventing what could have been a total European sweep. While the scoreboard might not fully reflect his impact, Kantlay’s intensity and composure stood out. He played nearly every session, battling fatigue and fierce competition while maintaining his trademark precision, silencing the critics before the event. Captain Keegan Bradley’s decision to select Kantlay as one of his captains picks drew criticism. Many assumed the choice was political, part of an alleged boys club that favored familiar faces over fresh talent like Cameron Young or Ben Griffin. However, once play began, Kantlay justified his inclusion. While Young impressed by leading the team in points, Kentlay wasn’t far behind, consistently performing better than many expected. Meanwhile, stars such as Scotty Sheffller and Bryson Dashambo underdelivered, earning just a combined 2.5 points out of a possible Tinder Sheffller, the world number one, struggled to find form, while Dambo’s flashes of brilliance weren’t enough to swing the momentum. Through it all, Kentlay’s steady play and team first attitude became a rare source of pride for the US side. Redefining Patrick Kentlay, the narrative that Patrick Kentlay cares only about money has followed him for years. Yet, stories from teammates and insiders continue to reveal a very different picture. That of a focused competitor who gives everything when wearing red, white, and blue to at Beth Page. His performance might not have been perfect, but it was passionate, disciplined, and selfless. A true reflection of what it means to play for your country. As Jaime Love made clear, Kantlay’s reputation deserves a reset. He’s not the cold calculated figure some
