Keegan Bradley Reflects on the Ryder Cup: “A Brutal Event”
Keegan Bradley, after accepting the Ryder Cup captaincy, shares his feelings about the experience, describing it as an emotional and professional challenge.Bradley, who led the United States team in the recent Ryder Cup, faced a tough defeat at home. Despite being the favorites, the American team was at a disadvantage from the start, marking a significant deficit in the modern history of the competition. The captain admitted that the defeat was an emotional blow, going so far as to confess his sadness at the result. Bradley has also taken responsibility for certain decisions, including the field configuration, which, combined with the rain, facilitated the game on a notoriously difficult field.“You win, it’s glory for a lifetime. You lose, and it’s ‘I’ll have to live with this for the rest of my life.’ I don’t think I’ll ever get over this.”
Keegan Bradley
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Bradley has acknowledged that the period after the Ryder Cup has been one of the most difficult of his life. Despite the challenges, the golfer expressed his desire to compete again in the Ryder Cup, although he recognizes that his age could be a limiting factor. After being named captain, Bradley managed to win the 2024 BMW Championship and achieved individual victories, demonstrating his ability to compete at the highest level. Although there were times when he regretted not being included in the team as a player, Bradley affirms that he made the right decision. Being Ryder Cup captain gave Bradley unexpected support from American fans. “I experienced something in golf that I believe no one has experienced: being Ryder Cup captain and also competing at a very high level, winning tournaments and competing in them. And it was truly incredible.”“This event has been so brutal for me. It’s a strange thing to love something so much that gives you nothing.”
Keegan Bradley
