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Bradley Weighs Playing-Captain Role While Finalizing U.S. Ryder Cup Picks

The U.S. captain must submit six discretionary choices by Aug. 27 using vice-captain support for on-course duties in case he plays

Ralph Lauren continued its partnership with the PGA of America for 2025 United States Ryder Cup Team uniforms.
Keegan Bradley hits from the seventh tee during the first round of the BMW Championship golf tournament in Owings Mills, Md., on Aug. 14.
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Overview

  • Six automatic qualifiers are set and Bradley has until Aug. 27 to make six captain’s picks, which may include himself
  • A July procedural agreement with Europe permits vice-captains to advise during matches, removing a barrier for a playing captain
  • Bradley’s strong 2025 form, highlighted by a Travelers Championship win, has climbed him to 12th in the world rankings
  • He has enlisted Jim Furyk and other vice captains to oversee on-course leadership and handle player communications
  • The U.S. team debuted red, white and blue Ralph Lauren uniforms on Aug. 18 as part of its Bethpage Black preparations