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Keegan Bradley's U.S. team faced criticism and setbacks at the Ryder Cup, with debates over strategic decisions, player pairings, and course setup, ultimately ending in Europe's narrow victory. Bradley acknowledged mistakes, especially in course setup, and received praise from players, raising questions about his future as captain and potential successors like Tiger Woods.
Dave Portnoy and others criticized the Ryder Cup's rule allowing half a point for a player injury, after Viktor Hovland's withdrawal due to injury contributed to Europe's win, prompting calls for rule changes and reflections on the tournament's outcome.
Europe won the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black amid intense fan abuse, especially targeting Rory McIlroy and his wife, with some fans behaving badly and police needing to intervene. McIlroy and others criticized the behavior, emphasizing the need for higher standards in golf, but the European team celebrated their victory, having risen above the chaos.
Keegan Bradley faced criticism for his Ryder Cup captaincy, particularly for his course setup and strategic decisions, which contributed to the U.S. team's loss to Europe at Bethpage Black. Despite some inspired moves, his overall strategy and course conditions were seen as missteps that impacted the American team's performance, highlighting the challenges of captaincy in high-stakes golf competitions.
Europe is on the verge of a historic victory at the 2025 Ryder Cup, leading the United States 12-5 after Day 3, with only two points needed to retain the cup. The event features intense matchups, including top players like Scheffler and McIlroy, and highlights a dominant European performance, while the US faces a significant challenge to mount a comeback on the final day.
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry led Europe to a significant Ryder Cup win at Bethpage, overcoming hostile American crowds and personal insults through calm and focus, setting Europe on the brink of victory with a commanding lead.