Keegan Bradley Reflects on the Ryder Cup: “A Brutal Event”
Keegan Bradley, after accepting the Ryder Cup captaincy, shares his feelings about the experience, marked by the defeat of the American team.
“You win, and 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
Bradley, who led the United States team in the Ryder Cup, faced a harsh reality when his team, despite being the favorite, was surpassed by Europe. The American team reached a considerable disadvantage before the final day.
Bradley describes the event as “brutal” and acknowledges that he is still trying to overcome the experience. Despite the team’s efforts, the defeat left a deep mark on Bradley.The American captain took responsibility for certain errors, including the field preparation which, combined with the rain, facilitated the game for the opposing team. Others questioned the pairing decisions and the choice not to include himself in the team.
Bradley, who is also the defending champion of the Travelers Championship, has expressed his desire to compete again in the Ryder Cup, although he acknowledges that age could be a limiting factor.
Despite the bitterness of the defeat, Bradley has managed to maintain a high level of play on the PGA Tour, even after being named captain, achieving significant victories.
Bradley reflects on the unique experience of being captain and competitor at the same time, highlighting the support received from American fans.
Although there were times when he regretted not being included in the team, Bradley affirms that he made the right decision.
Bradley concludes that the experience of being Ryder Cup captain gave him a unique perspective on the world of golf, something few have experienced.
