Jim Furyk explains why he accepted 2027 US Ryder Cup captaincy
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Updated · Fox News · May 3
Jim Furyk explains why he accepted 2027 US Ryder Cup captaincy
11 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 3
Speaking on NBC's Kentucky Derby broadcast, Furyk said his bond with players and love of team competition drove the decision despite a 17.5-10.5 defeat in France in 2018.
The 55-year-old, also a vice-captain in 2025, said he believes strongly in the current American group even after Team Europe beat the US at Bethpage Black.
Furyk will lead the US in Ireland in 2027, where it seeks a first away Ryder Cup victory since 1993 after repeated struggles overseas.
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