Overview

• Ralph Lauren revealed performance-focused red, white and blue uniforms for players, captain, caddies and family, with weather-ready layers such as cashmere hoodies, technical vests, half-zips and wind-resistant jackets.
• The brand’s commemorative RLX collection for fans is on sale through Ralph Lauren and Ryder Cup websites, select clubs and retailers, Bloomingdale’s and the Bethpage Golf Shop, featuring pieces like a Tour-style satin jacket, Polo Bear items and a “13th Man” tee.
• Six U.S. players have qualified automatically: Scottie Scheffler, J. J. Spaun, Xander Schauffele, Russell Henley, Harris English and Bryson DeChambeau.
• Keegan Bradley says he has not decided whether to be a rare playing captain, drawing public pushback from European greats such as Sam Torrance and Nick Faldo as the picks deadline nears.
• A recent procedural tweak allows a U.S. vice-captain to advise players during sessions if Bradley competes, with the Ryder Cup scheduled for Sept. 26–28 at Bethpage Black on Long Island.