Keegan Bradley has been named captain of Team USA for the 2025 Ryder Cup, but has declined to combine the role with playing time at Bethpage Black. This article examines the US squad and how they qualified for the upcoming match against the Europeans in New York. Live broadcasts will take place from September 26-28 on Sky Sports Golf.
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American team captain Keegan Bradley commented on the formation of the Ryder Cup roster and denied speculation about the possible combination of playing and management functions.
Who will be on Team USA's 2025 Ryder Cup roster? Bradley's official roster for the showdown with the Europeans at Bethpage Black this September.
Six automatic qualifiers were determined after the BMW Championship: Scottie Scheffler, JJ Spawn, Xander Schauffele, Russell Henley, Harris English and Bryson DeChambeau secured spots through the ranking system.
Bradley later removed his own candidacy from the playing roster, announcing six additional selections on August 27: Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Ben Griffin, Cameron Young, Patrick Cantlay and Sam Burns completed the team.
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Pictured: The U.S. squad for the game at Bethpage Black includes four debutants under Bradley's guidance.
After a record-breaking victory at Whistling Straits in 2021, the Americans are aiming to reclaim the trophy they lost 16.5-11.5 in Rome in 2023. The three-day competition will be available live on Sky Sports Golf.
Scotty Scheffler
Age: 29
Ryder Cup appearances: two (2021, 2023)
Performance: 3.5 points in seven matches (2 wins, 2 losses, 3 draws)
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Scheffler's 2021 debut was marked by a stellar performance, forming an unbeatable partnership with DeChambeau in team matches and defeating Jon Rahm in a singles match.
In Rome, he failed to win a single point, including a massive 9-7 defeat to Brooks Koepka – the worst result in the history of 18-hole Ryder Cup matches.
Path to the team: Three victories in majors (The Masters-2024, PGA Championship-2025, The Open-2025) and consistency as the world's number one racket brought him twice as many qualifying points as other participants.
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Highlights from the Open final at Royal Portrush as Scottie Scheffler won his fourth world title in four years.
The BMW Championship win was his fifth of the season and gave him a streak of 14 top-eight finishes on the PGA Tour, a feat not achieved since the 1950s.
JJ Spawn
Age: 35
Participation in the Ryder Cup: Debut
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Path to the team: Winning the U.S. Open at Oakmont with a decisive 64-foot putt, two holes ahead of Robert MacIntyre, made him the last major champion on the men's tour.
Six top-10 finishes on the PGA Tour this season, including playoff losses to Rory McIlroy at The Players and Justin Rose at the FedEx St Jude Championship.
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JJ Spawn's decisive putt at the US Open sparked a furious reaction on the 18th hole and shock for Bob MacIntyre.
Xander Schauffele
Age: 31
Ryder Cup appearances: two (2021, 2023)
Performance: 4 points in eight matches (4 wins, 4 losses)
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An effective partnership with Cantlay brought victories in the 2021 four-man tournament, but the duo suffered two defeats at Rome 2023.
Three wins in four sessions at Whistling Straits and a single point in Italy against Nikolaj Højgaard in a singles match.
Path to the team: A record result at the 2024 PGA Championship, victory at The Open in Royal Troon and consistent performances in the majors of the season.
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Highlights from The Open 2024 final: Xander Schauffele -6 to win Claret Jug.
A rib injury limited his 2025 season, but a seventh-place finish in his title defense at The Open underscored his quality.
Russell Henley
Age: 36
Participation in the Ryder Cup: Debut
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Path to the team: Fifth career victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, top-10 finishes at the US Open and The Open, second place at the Travelers Championship.
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Exciting moments from the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational final with Russell Henley winning.
Harris English
Age: 36
Ryder Cup appearances: one (2021)
Performance: 1 point in three matches (1 win, 2 losses)
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Doubles debut with Tony Finau brought victory over McIlroy and Lowry, contributing to a record-breaking start to 2021 for the US.
Path to the team: A fifth career victory at the Farmers Insurance Open and second-place finishes at the PGA Championship and The Open.
Bryson DeChambeau
Age: 31
Ryder Cup appearances: two (2018, 2021)
Performance: 2.5 points in six matches (2 wins, 3 losses, 1 draw)
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The partnership with Scheffler in 2021 produced key victories, including a rout of Sergio Garcia.
Path to the Team: Participation in LIV Golf limited his points gains, but a win at the 2024 US Open and high placings in the majors ensured selection.
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Bryson DeChambeau reveals details of Team USA's Ryder Cup preparation from Keegan Bradley.
Justin Thomas
Age: 32
Ryder Cup appearances: three (2018, 2021, 2023)
Performance: 8 points in 13 matches (7 wins, 4 losses, 2 draws)
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The team's top scorer in 2018, he maintained a 100% record in singles matches after beating Hutton in Rome.
Path to the team: Return to form with second-place finishes at The American Express and Valspar Championship, and a win at the RBC Heritage.
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Justin Thomas' dramatic playoff win at RBC Heritage features a spectacular finish.
Colleen Morikawa
Age: 28
Ryder Cup appearances: two (2021, 2023)
Performance: 4.5 points in eight matches (4 wins, 3 losses, 1 draw)
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Undefeated debut in 2021 with three wins, including a singles match against Hovland.
Path to the Team: Four top-five finishes in the 2024 majors and consistent performances in the 2025 season.
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Morikawa on the importance of home advantage and Team USA's readiness to pressure.
Ben Griffin
Age: 29
Participation in the Ryder Cup: Debut
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Path to the team: Two wins this season (Zurich Classic and Charles Schwab Challenge), a streak of seven top-15s in nine starts.
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Exciting finale to Charles Schwab Challenge with Griffin's first personal PGA Tour victory.
Cameron Young
Age: 28
Participation in the Ryder Cup: Debut
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Path to the team: First PGA Tour victory at the Wyndham Championship and consistent results in the FedExCup playoffs.
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Cameron Young dominates Wyndham Championship with six-stroke lead.
Patrick Cantley
Age: 33
Ryder Cup appearances: two (2021, 2023)
Performance: 5.5 points in eight matches (5 wins, 2 losses, 1 draw)
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Key wins with Schauffele in 2021 and an emotional match against McIlroy in Rome 2023.
Path to the Team: Consistent results in the FedExCup playoffs, including a second-place finish at the Tour Championship.
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Tense moment at Ryder Cup: Cantlay scores crucial point for Team USA
Sam Burns
Age: 29
Ryder Cup appearances: one (2023)
Performance: 1 point in three matches (1 win, 2 losses)
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First point with Morikawa against Hovland and Oberg, undefeated status at the 2023 Presidents Cup.
Path to the Team: Second place at the RBC Canadian Open and the 2025 PGA Tour strokes gained lead.
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How to watch the Ryder Cup?
Sky Sports will show all three days of the tournament live, with extended coverage starting on 22 September, with the main events starting at 9am on 26 September. Don't have a subscription? Get Sky Sports or watch via NOW.
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