Keegan Bradley, the captain of the US team, felt a lot of pressure before the Ryder Cup. The experienced golfer did everything to help his team. Despite everything, the American team did not show the character and stability that was expected of them and ultimately lost to the European team.
Keegan Bradley expressed deep regret in an interview with the media, believing that he made some mistakes during the first two days, but it seems that famous figures from the world of golf are not very convinced of the sincerity of his words.
However, Ryan Lavner believes that Keegan Bradley is sincere and that he really wanted to help his team achieve success.
Im with you. It certainly hurts right now for Keegan Bradley. I do certainly think this is genuine, Lavner explained on the Golf Channel Podcast as quoted by The Golfing Gazette.
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This is not some sort of attempt at image building or trying to garner sympathy so fans are kinder to him when he returns to the PGA Tour in 2026. I do not think that is the case at all.
Lavner ultimately emphasized that this year's Ryder Cup clearly shows that if you win, everyone will love you, while defeat can cause frustration and public resentment towards you. It is still not known who will be the next captain of the American team at the next Ryder Cup, but he certainly has a great responsibility ahead of him.
To me, it just underscores what the modern Ryder Cup is, where if you win, you are feted like a king. Look at Luke Donald; he can do no wrong.
They might run him back in 2027, and he would certainly be a prohibitive favorite. Hes being talked about with Tony Jacklin as one of the greatest Ryder Cup captains ever."- he concluded.
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Keegan Bradley's role
Keegan Bradley had a great honor, and regardless of the failure of the American team, to be the captain of such a generation is certainly a big deal.
Of course, while some point the finger at him, there are many factors that determine the path of a team.
The player also needs to take responsibility, and it seems that most of them played below expectations.
