The U.S. team decisively thwarted any hopes of an International comeback early on Sunday, solidifying their dominance in the Presidents Cup with an 18 ½ to 11 ½ victory. This win marks the United States’ 14th title in the last 15 editions of the event.
Winners
Xander Schauffele: Opening the singles matches, Schauffele dominated Jason Day, securing the first point for the U.S. with a convincing 4-and-3 victory. His performance left no doubt about the outcome of this pivotal matchup.
Russell Henley: Competing fourth in the singles lineup, Henley delivered a strong 3-and-2 win, capping a successful week with a 3–1 record. This marks his first appearance in a U.S. team event, and he has earned a place on the roster for the upcoming 2025 Ryder Cup.
Keegan Bradley: Clinching the decisive point against Si Woo Kim, Bradley not only secured victory but also learned valuable strategies from captain Jim Furyk. His performance sets him up well for next year’s Ryder Cup at Bethpage.
Jim Furyk: While Furyk’s previous Ryder Cup experience included a loss, he now joins the ranks of successful captains in this event. The pressure of leading the U.S. team has evolved, as they have not lost a Presidents Cup since before the era of modern NFL stars like Dan Marino and John Elway.
Losers
Tom Kim: Despite his fiery spirit and efforts as the International team’s lead player, Kim could only manage a draw against Sam Burns on Sunday, finishing the week with a 1-2-1 record.
Adam Scott: Although Scott contributed two points for his team, he faces the possibility of concluding a notable playing career without a win in 10 Presidents Cup appearances. His future role as captain for the next event in Australia seems likely.
Mike Weir: The International captain faces scrutiny over his strategic decisions. Questions arise about his choice to start Jason Day in Sunday singles after sitting him out on Saturday, as well as the lineup that resulted in minimal points during Saturday’s matches. Additionally, the choice to play Taylor Pendrith in every match despite poor performance raises further doubts.
The State of the Presidents Cup
The Presidents Cup continues to raise questions about its competitiveness. Despite the International team displaying a unified front, they now face a 10-event losing streak following one of the most lopsided losses for a visiting team in the event’s history. With the next competition set for Medinah in two years, many are left wondering if the outcome will change.
