The too often “failed” Kevin Kisner called by Keegan Bradley for the next Ryder Cup

U.S. Ryder Cup Team Captain Keegan Bradley has selected Kevin Kisner to be one of his vice-captains for the 45th Ryder Cup, which will be played September 26-28, 2025 at Bethpage Black. , in New York.

Kevin Kisner joined Webb Simpson et Brandt Snedekerwho had previously been named vice-captains by Keegan Bradley. Other vice-captains are expected to be revealed at a later date.

“Kevin is a great addition to our group and his opinion will count throughout the coming months, Bradley explained. His considerable match-play success and strong relationships make him an ideal candidate. I look forward to working closely with him as we prepare for Bethpage Black.” »

This is the first Ryder Cup of Kisner as vice-captain or player. The forty-year-old was assistant to the captain during the Presidents Cup 2024. He represented the United States in the 2017 and 2022 Presidents Cups, in which he has 2 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws.

“I am incredibly grateful to Keegan for giving me this opportunity to help guide Team USA to the 2025 Ryder CupKisner said. I love match play and the Ryder Cup is one of the biggest sporting events. I can't wait to be a part of it and look forward to doing everything I can to support Keegan, Webb, Brandt and our talented team in September. »

Little revenge

The South Carolina native, four-time tournament winner on the PGA Tourwas never selected to compete as a player in the prestigious biennial. His match-play results speak for him and sometimes even to the point of feeling “the forgotten one” of the American selection.

Particularly after his victory at World Match Play Championship in 2019 when he was surprised not to have been called by Tiger Woods to represent the USA in the Presidents Cup in Australia. The Tiger preferred to select himself, which somewhat annoyed Kisner. Especially since two years earlier, he had scored 3 points with two wins and two draws.