259: Team USA Ryder Cup Captain's Picks Reaction: Keegan's Decision + Potential Pairings

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down Wednesday's announcement of Team USA Ryder Cup captain's picks, starting with the stunning decision made by Keegan Bradley to not pick himself as a playing captain. Smylie and Charlie discuss why Keegan opted to go with Collin Morikawa instead of himself, and whether Rory McIlroy and other Europeans were playing mind games in the lead-up to Keegan's decision. SK and CH also dive into potential pairings, and who they would roll out for the Friday foursomes session which will kick off the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Team Apparel Banter 03:09 Keegan Bradley's Captain's Picks Discussion 06:00 Analyzing the Team Composition and Rookies 09:09 Keegan's Decision Not to Play 11:57 The Dynamics of Team Selection 12:52 Press Conference Insights and Data Analysis 15:24 Ryder Cup Format and Strategy 18:15 Pairing Players for the Ryder Cup 21:26 Final Thoughts on Team Dynamics 28:32 Equipment and Pairing Strategies for Bryson 31:25 Exploring Team Dynamics and Player Compatibility 33:51 Experience vs. Form: Crafting the Best Lineup 38:10 Identifying Key Players for Five Sessions 47:20 Setting the Tone: Importance of the First Day #AHEADpartner #golf #pgatour #golfhighlights #rydercupusa #keeganbradley #teamusa #golfhighlights #smylieshow #smylie #fedexcup #rydercup Big thanks to AHEAD for their support! Check AHEAD out here: https://www.ahead.com/