As anticipation builds for the Ryder Cup, U.S. captain Keegan Bradley is bringing together top golfing talent for a team-building dinner in Philadelphia. Notably, this intimate gathering on Tuesday night will not only include players ranked in the top 20, but also intriguing guests from LIV Golf: Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka.
According to insights from Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis, the dinner aims to solidify team dynamics and strategy for the upcoming matches at Bethpage Black this September. Those invited span from the 2023 Ryder Cup and 2024 Presidents Cup teams, adding to the momentum of what promises to be a competitive U.S. lineup.
Making waves within the golfing community, the inclusion of DeChambeau and Koepka stirs narrative interest. DeChambeau, positioned at fourth in the standings, looks poised for a return to the U.S. team since his departure to LIV Golf in 2022. His recent performances, marked by consistent top-10 finishes in major championships, underline his candidacy.
In contrast, Koepka faces a complex path after a challenging season with LIV. While ranked 91st in the U.S. standings, his established rapport with fellow golfers and experience—having appeared on four Ryder Cup teams—could play a pivotal role in his selection.
Notably absent from the dinner will be world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, currently channeling his focus on the PGA Championship. Bradley, though ranked 22nd in the standings, maintains his footing among the top players worldwide.
The American team will ultimately be defined by six automatic qualifiers and six captain’s picks, a structure that leaves room for strategic decisions as the competition nears.
