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J.J. Spaun Benched as U.S. Struggles in Ryder Cup

10/29/2025

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J.J. Spaun, a PGA Tour golfer, said he was benched for the first two days of the 2025 Ryder Cup because U.S. captain Keegan Bradley favored a veteran lineup, not equipment.
He finished 2-1-0 and said he worried about letting teammates down.
The European team’s strong play made it hard for the U.S. to recover from early losses, and Spaun noted the squad wanted Bradley to play as a member.

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J.J. Spaun, a PGA Tour golfer, said he was benched for the first two days of the 2025 Ryder Cup because U.S. captain Keegan Bradley favored a veteran lineup, not equipment.
He finished 2-1-0 and said he worried about letting teammates down.
The European team’s strong play made it hard for the U.S. to recover from early losses, and Spaun noted the squad wanted Bradley to play as a member.