Phil Mickelson Rules Out 2025 Ryder Cup Captaincy

Citing his divisive character and hostility from PGA Tour players, Mickelson believes he would not be the best leader for the U.S. team.

Phil Mickelson, six-time major winner and former player on the U.S. Ryder Cup team, has ruled himself out as a potential captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup due to his divisive character and the hostility he faces from PGA Tour players.
Mickelson's divisiveness stems from his switch to the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit, which has been met with criticism and hostility from PGA Tour players.
Despite his extensive experience and familiarity with the Bethpage Black course, where the 2025 Ryder Cup will be held, Mickelson believes he would not be the best leader for the U.S. team.
Mickelson played on every U.S. Ryder Cup team from 1995 through 2018 and was a vice captain in 2021.
Team Europe has already enlisted 2023 captain Luke Donald for their 2025 campaign, marking Donald as Europe's first repeat captain since Bernard Gallacher in 1991, 1993 and 1995.