Jim Furyk shares the one reason he chose to accept U.S. Ryder Cup captaincy
Jim Furyk has accepted the role of U.S. captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup, marking a return to a position he previously held in 2018. Despite a disappointing loss in France during his first captaincy, Furyk expressed enthusiasm about leading a new generation of American golfers. He cited his strong connection with the current players and their competitive spirit as his primary motivation for taking on the role again.
- ▪Jim Furyk was the U.S. Ryder Cup captain in 2018, when the American team lost 17.5-10.5 to Europe in France.
- ▪He served as a vice captain in 2025 when the U.S. team lost again to Europe at Bethpage Black in New York.
- ▪Furyk stated that his main reason for accepting the 2027 captaincy was his admiration for the current generation of U.S. players and their passion for team competition.
- ▪As a player, Furyk had a Ryder Cup record of 10 wins, 20 losses, and 4 ties.
- ▪Scottie Scheffler has voiced support for Furyk's appointment as U.S. captain.
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OutKick Jim Furyk shares the one reason he chose to accept U.S. Ryder Cup captaincy Furyk served as vice captain in 2025 when the Americans lost at Bethpage Black in New York By Mark Harris OutKick Published May 3, 2026 10:35am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video LIV Golf Collapse Is Here And The PGA Tour Has A BIG Problem | Don't @ Me w/ Dan Dakich LIV golf is all but finished, but a dark cloud now hangs over the players: what happens next? Dan Dakich and crew discuss how the PGA will respond. Jim Furyk did not have to accept the U.S. captaincy for the 2027 Ryder Cup.
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