Ryder Cup Preview: Who's Excelling and Who's Faltering?
In the upcoming Ryder Cup, set to take place at Bethpage Black, both Team USA and Europe will field all of the world's top ten and 15 of the world's top 16 players. This highly anticipated event promises a thrilling showdown between some of the world's best golfers.
Scottie Scheffler, ranked No.1, leads the charge for Team USA. The Texan has six wins this season, the most of all 24 players. His consistent form is unparalleled, as he hasn't finished outside of the top-eight in any tournament since The Players Championship in March.
Jon Rahm enters the match high on confidence after winning his second successive LIV Golf individual title. His dominance on the course is undeniable, and he will be a formidable opponent for the European team.
Keegan Bradley, captain of Team USA, ranks 12th in the world. His experience and leadership will be instrumental in guiding his team to victory.
On the European side, Rory McIlroy leads with four victories this season. His prowess on the course, combined with the home advantage, makes him a significant threat.
However, not all players are in top form. Collin Morikawa, despite being a past Ryder Cup winner, has struggled this year. He has gone through five caddies in a winless year and is without a top-10 in his last six starts. His SG: Putting numbers have let him down, ranking him 141st.
Sepp Straka's form has been up and down since his last win in May. He is the only other player on either team to have won more than one individual title this year, but his recent performances have been inconsistent. Straka missed the BMW Championship due to becoming a father and finished dead-last at the Tour Championship.
Ugo Humbert, while showing strong recent performances, including winning the ATP-250 tournament in Antwerp and reaching the quarterfinals of the Paris Masters, has the fewest top-10 results in his last seven tournaments among the players from the two teams.
Tommy Fleetwood, currently ranked 2nd in Data Golf to be Europe's best player statistically, has also had a strong year, despite playing fewer tournaments than some of his counterparts.
Xander Schauffele has played the fewest number of tournaments (15) among Ryder Cup players this year. His limited appearances may work to his advantage, as he will be well-rested and ready to make an impact.
Scheffler and Straka will be interesting to watch, as their form coming into the Ryder Cup could significantly impact the outcome of the event. The Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black is sure to be a thrilling spectacle, with every player bringing their A-game.
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