Europe's Squad for the 2025 Ryder Cup Appears to Be Established with 11 Players Secured... Who Should Claim the Remaining Slot?
The 2025 Ryder Cup is shaping up to be an exciting event, with both Team Europe and Team USA preparing their rosters for the highly anticipated competition. Here's a look at the current predictions for each team.
Team Europe
Established stars like Rory McIlroy, Justin Rose, Matt Fitzpatrick, Viktor Hovland, Jon Rahm, and Ludvig Åberg are expected to feature in the European team, much like the victorious side from the previous Ryder Cup in Rome. Rory McIlroy has already secured his spot via the rankings, while the remaining positions are subject to a bit of speculation.
Viktor Hovland, Tommy Fleetwood, and Tyrrell Hatton are all but confirmed for Team Europe, given their impressive form. However, Sepp Straka, Shane Lowry, and Justin Rose, despite some tumultuous form in 2025, are likely to be included due to their experience and past performances.
The final spot on Team Europe is a topic of heated discussion. According to expert opinions, the predicted 12th player is likely to be Rasmus Højgaard. This prediction is based on current standings and recent projections, which have Rasmus nipping the final spot, edging out his twin brother Nicolai Højgaard and other contenders like Aaron Rai and Matt Wallace.
There is also a possibility that both Hojgaard twins could be included if Luke Donald decides to take the risk. Harry Hall, with his exceptional putting skills and frequent play in the US, is also a strong candidate for the final spot due to his exceptional performance this season. Hall finished inside the top-30 at both the PGA Championship and Open Championship on debut, and his familiarity with American conditions could work in his favour.
Team USA
The selection for Team USA's Ryder Cup lineup is uncertain due to underwhelming performances from some of their biggest stars. Keegan Bradley is considering a handful of rookies, but the spots are far from certain for Patrick Cantlay, Jordan Spieth, Patrick Reed, Sam Burns, Wyndham Clark, and Tony Finau.
Harry Hall, with his recent maiden title at the ISCO Championship, could potentially be a wildcard pick for Team Europe if he performs strongly at the Tour Championship. However, the frontrunner for the final spot remains Rasmus Højgaard, based on recent expert projections.
In conclusion, the 2025 Ryder Cup promises to be an exciting event, with both teams fielding strong lineups. The final spots on each team are still up for grabs, making the competition even more intriguing. Stay tuned for updates as the season progresses.
[1] Ryder Cup Europe [2] Ryder Cup USA [3] Golf Digest [4] BBC Sport [5] Sky Sports Golf
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