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Jim Furyk tells US players they need to make Ryder Cup more of a priority

Jim Furyk tells US players they need to make Ryder Cup more of a priority

Summary

Jim Furyk, captain of the US Ryder Cup golf team, said the US players need to treat the Ryder Cup as a bigger priority to improve their chances in the 2027 competition at Adare Manor. Furyk plans to change the team's culture, involve Tiger Woods in some role, and focus on both short-term success and long-term planning for future teams.

Key Facts

  • Jim Furyk is captain of the US Ryder Cup team for the second time.
  • The US has won only 2 of the last 8 Ryder Cups.
  • Europe won the last Ryder Cup in 2023 at Bethpage.
  • Tiger Woods was considered for captain but cannot due to a serious car accident in March.
  • Furyk wants to create a better team culture and raise the Ryder Cup’s importance for US players.
  • He also wants to develop a plan that supports future players and captains.
  • Furyk hopes to involve Tiger Woods in the Ryder Cup team in some capacity.
  • European captain Luke Donald resolved issues involving player Jon Rahm’s participation despite earlier conflicts.
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