Keegan Bradley, captain of the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup team, surprisingly excluded himself from the playing roster despite a strong year. He selected six other players: Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Ben Griffin, Cameron Young, Patrick Cantlay, and Sam Burns. This difficult decision, made weeks prior, prioritized team success over his personal desire to play. Bradley's choice followed his omission from the 2023 team, fueling speculation and debate. He emphasized the importance of winning, irrespective of controversy.

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