USA's next Ryder Cup captain decided after Tiger Woods turns down offer: report
Jim Furyk is reportedly set to return as U.S. Ryder Cup captain, according to the AP, after leading Americans to a Presidents Cup win in 2024.
TL;DR
- Jim Furyk has been named the captain for the United States' next Ryder Cup team.
- This is Furyk's second captaincy, his first was in 2018 when the team lost.
- Furyk captained the U.S. to a Presidents Cup victory in 2024.
- Tiger Woods was considered for the role but declined after a recent DUI arrest.
- Furyk becomes the fourth U.S. captain since 1979 to get a second chance.
- Europe has won 11 of the last 15 Ryder Cup matches.
- Europe has won the last two Ryder Cup events.
- Europe will aim for a third consecutive win in September 2027.
- Furyk has extensive experience as a player and assistant captain in the Ryder Cup.