Keegan Bradley, the American captain, has a serious task.
In addition to the great responsibility he bears as a potential captain-player, in a few days he will have to pick six players who will further strengthen the team.
He is aware that his decisions will be followed by various public reactions, but he is ready to take responsibility and bear pressure and criticism.
Time will tell if he will really be a captain-player.
During a guest appearance on the Sky Sports Golf podcast, Sir Nick Faldo spoke to Bradley, convinced that Bradley would make a great captain-player, expecting big things from him.
If I was you, I would play. Youre playing great.- Sir Nick Faldo told Bradley, as quoted by The Golfing Gazette.
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Keegan Bradley responded: Do you think you can do both.
Vice captains role
The vice captains could play a significant role if Bradley is both captain and player. It is clear that the experienced golfer will not be able to fully dedicate himself only to the role of captain, given the importance of his role in the team and the chance to additionally lead the team.
His experience could be crucial for both captaincy and playing roles.
Faldo believes that vice captains would be of great help to Bradley, giving him the opportunity to focus on his playing role.
However, the American captain is not entirely convinced that he can do so, although he is aware that his assistants make his job quite easier.
Faldo: No, you designate enough vice-captains. If it was me I would play first and give up the captaincy and say Ill have it again mate.
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Bradley: I dont know if I have the power to do that. As the process has gone on, I have got vice-captains, I definitely feel more comfortable playing. There is still such a long way to go.
In any case, we are looking forward to an exciting tournament with the hope that Keegan and his team can truly be brilliant.
The European team has serious intentions, aware that if they win on away soil, it will be a feat rarely seen on the golf scene.
