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Keegan Bradley Accepts Blame as Europe Seals 15–13 Ryder Cup Defense

Bradley says tactical errors left him with a loss he expects will stay with him.

Overview

  • Speaking publicly for the first time since Bethpage Black, Bradley called the weeks since the loss one of the toughest periods of his life.
  • He acknowledged misjudging the course setup, which combined with rain to make the venue more manageable than intended.
  • Luke Donald’s Europe built an 11.5–4.5 lead over the first two days, the largest Sunday‑morning deficit for the U.S. in the modern era.
  • Team USA rallied in singles with 8.5 points, yet Europe closed out a 15–13 win to retain the trophy on American soil.
  • Bradley said his pairings and his choice not to be a playing captain are fair questions, and he remains unsure if he will get another chance to represent the U.S., with the next Ryder Cup scheduled for 2027 at Adare Manor.