Keegan Bradley was chosen as the 31st captain of the U.S. Ryder Cup due to his love for the Cup and popularity on the East Coast. Despite being the youngest captain since 1963, Bradley has significant Ryder Cup experience and a strong golf pedigree. The decision to select Bradley was made quickly, with his passion for the game and support from the community playing a role in the decision.

Tiger Woods declined the opportunity to become the United States Ryder Cup captain due to his responsibilities and commitments with the PGA Tour. He expressed that he may consider the role in the future when the timing is right. Keegan Bradley was announced as the new captain, and Woods has been supportive and involved in the process.

Lexi Thompson has chosen to skip the Amundi Evian Championship, the fourth major of the year on the LPGA Tour. This decision is not surprising, as Thompson had criticized the Evian Resort in 2019 and hasn't returned since. While it's unusual for a player to skip a major, Thompson is not the first or most prominent player to do so. She recently mentioned that this year will be her last playing a full schedule, but hasn't provided further details.

Rickie Fowler is using two 4-irons at the Genesis Scottish Open to increase shot versatility in potential high winds on the Scottish coast. By removing his 5-wood and adding a second long iron, Fowler aims to have more options for a tighter and stronger flight in the wind. This equipment shift reflects his increased comfort with long irons in adverse conditions and may help him improve his performance in the tournament.

Rory McIlroy returns to The Renaissance Club in North Berwick, Scotland, to defend his title at the Genesis Scottish Open. The field of 156 will feature the Ulsterman and seven other previous event winners. The course presents challenges with its unique layout and wind conditions. Xander Schauffele and Min Woo Lee are also notable contenders. The article provides additional information on player rankings and statistics.

Lucas Glover's current position in golf serves as a reminder of how quickly fortunes can change. With the PGA Tour switching to a calendar season, every point and week matters for players like Glover who are vying for a spot in the FedEx Cup playoffs. Glover's past experience of climbing up the rankings shows that it only takes one good week to make a significant difference. However, players must also be cautious of burnout and the need for rest. Finishing in the top 50 is crucial for eligibility in major tournaments and elite events.

The document provides a ranking of the top 25 players in the Evian Championship, the LPGA's fourth major. Nelly Korda's recent struggles have opened up the field, with players like Lilia Vu, Ally Ewing, and Atthaya Thitikul in good form. The document also highlights past champions and players to watch, including Yuka Saso and Jin Young Ko.

LPGA star Charley Hull is turning heads with her outfit for this week's Amundi Evian Championship. She will be wearing a white shirt with a green skirt. Despite not winning a tournament this season, Hull's fans are complimenting her outfit and wishing her luck.

The Amundi Evian Championship, the fourth major of the 2024 LPGA Tour season, features a star-studded field with nine of the top 10 in the Rolex Women's World Golf Rankings, 11 LPGA Tour winners of 2024, and 12 Ladies European Tour champions of 2024. The tournament offers a share of an $8 million purse and 650 Race to the CME Globe points. Past champions, rookies, French connections, sponsor invitations, and amateurs also add to the excitement of the event.

The 2024 Amundi Evian Championship, originally known as the Evian Masters, has evolved from being a LET event to becoming one of the LPGA Tour's biggest golfing majors. The tournament became a co-sanctioned event with the LPGA Tour in 2000 and was officially recognized as a major championship in 2013. The prize purse has also increased significantly, with the current championship offering a whopping $8 million, including $1.2 million for the champion. The tournament takes place at the scenic Evian Resort Golf Club's Champions Course, providing stunning views of Lake Geneva and the Alpine summits.

Spanish golfer Jon Rahm feels the spirit of Seve Ballesteros as he returns to his native Spain for the LIV Golf Andalucía tournament. Rahm acknowledges the burning desire to win shared by Spain's major-winning pros and embraces the emotional connection to Ballesteros, who captained the European team to victory in the 1997 Ryder Cup held at the tournament's course, Real Club Valderrama. Rahm aims to make a similar impact on golf in Spain, hoping to grow the number of golfers in the country as Ballesteros did during his career.

Richard Bland, the two-time senior major champion, received a warm welcome at the Cleeks GC with a surprise celebration for his back-to-back victories. The 51-year-old Englishman has been enjoying success with his Senior PGA Championship and U.S. Senior Open titles, along with the Cleeks' team victory at LIV Golf Houston. Bland expressed his appreciation for the special treatment at LIV Golf and looks forward to continuing his winning form in upcoming tournaments.

The LIV Golf Andalucia tournament will take place at Real Club Valderrama in Sotogrande, San Roque, Andalucia, Spain. The course is known for hosting major tournaments, including the 1997 Ryder Cup. It features a par 71, 7006-yard layout with notable holes like the 564-yard 4th hole and the challenging 225-yard 12th hole. Talor Gooch was the winner of last year's tournament.

Former math teacher Jay Jurecic and loan officer Ryan Jansa were among the five players who qualified for The Senior Open Championship presented by Rolex via Monday's qualifier at Firestone Country Club. Omar Uresti secured the final spot in a 4-for-1 playoff with a lengthy eagle putt on the first hole.

The fields for the Olympic men's and women's golf competitions have been finalized. The events will be held at Le Golf National in Paris, France. The men's event will take place from August 1-4 and the women's event from August 7-10. The list of players for both events has been confirmed, with 60 players in each field. The Netherlands denied qualified athletes spots, except for Anne van Dam, the highest-ranked Dutch player. Joost Luiten and Darius van Driel on the men's side and Dewi Weber on the women's side were not allowed to compete. Luiten won a litigation hearing but his spot, along with the other two, had been reallocated based on the June 27 deadline, and the International Olympic Committee would not increase the field size to accommodate him.

Dutch golfer Joost Luiten's unused quota spot for the Paris Olympics has been reallocated after he won a court case to enter the event. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has denied a request to expand the field size to include Luiten, according to the International Golf Federation (IGF). Luiten's world ranking of 147th at the time was believed to give him little chance in a 60-player field. The top 15 world-ranked players are eligible for the Olympics, with a limit of four players from each country.

The British Open at Royal Troon will be decided by five key holes: the eighth hole known as "Postage Stamp," the tenth hole called "Sandhills," the eleventh hole known as "The Railway," the fifteenth hole known as "Crosbie," and the seventeenth hole called "Rabbit." These holes present challenges such as deep bunkers, blind tee shots, and strong winds, making them crucial for success in the tournament.

Sergio Garcia expresses disappointment after missing out on The Open qualification and criticizes crowd control during the event. Despite the setback, Garcia remains determined to play in majors and appreciates the support from fans.

The article discusses Rory McIlroy's chances in the Open Championship and includes comments from Ryder Cup heroes. The pundits believe that a European or British player has a good chance of winning the tournament, especially considering the challenges of links golf.

Keegan Bradley, the newly announced United States Ryder Cup captain, expressed his desire to be a playing captain at the next year's event. Despite his age and lack of experience as a vice-captain, Bradley believes he is still in the prime of his career and wants to make the team on points. He also plans to take a fresh approach to the role, having younger vice-captains and being more involved with the team as a peer. Bradley is determined to lead Team USA to victory at the Ryder Cup.

A total of 45 golfers have made the cut for the final round of the 2024 U.S. Adaptive Open. The field has been reduced, and the final round will determine the overall men's and women's champions, as well as champions for each impairment category. The golfers who advanced to the final round are listed by impairment category.

Xander Schauffele suggests that the U.S. Ryder Cup captain should limit off-course obligations for players, such as team dinners, in order to improve performance. Schauffele also proposes heading to the tournament location earlier as a team to better prepare.

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