Tiger Woods Set to Assist Team USA at 2023 Ryder Cup
The golfing legend Tiger Woods is set to assist Team USA at the upcoming 2023 Ryder Cup, which will take place at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in Italy. Although Woods will not be playing in the tournament, he will still offer his wisdom and guidance to the team from afar.
Team USA captain Zach Johnson expressed his enthusiasm for having Woods on board, describing him as a “great resource” and someone who is invested in the success of Team USA. Despite not being an official member or vice captain, Woods will provide advice to the 12-man American team as they prepare to defend their crown against Europe.
Woods has a strong connection to the Ryder Cup, having appeared in eight editions of the biennial tournament. His last appearance was in 2018, and he has a remarkable record of 13-21-3. While he won’t be physically present in Italy, his extensive experience and knowledge will undoubtedly be invaluable to the American team.
Johnson spoke highly of Woods, emphasizing his patriotic nature and desire to win. He mentioned the supportive text messages he has received from Woods, highlighting the golfing icon’s belief and faith in Team USA. Johnson also had the opportunity to work with Woods as a vice captain during the 2019 Presidents Cup, where the American team secured a victory.
Woods has shown his leadership qualities in the past, particularly during the 2016 Ryder Cup at Hazeltine. He played a significant role in motivating the team to perform at their best, sending a text message to captain Steve Stricker, urging them to “step on their necks” when they held a commanding lead over Europe.
Despite only securing one Ryder Cup win in his illustrious career, Woods has proven himself as a valuable asset to Team USA. He could potentially take on a captaincy role as early as 2025, although Phil Mickelson has reportedly been chosen to lead Team USA at Bethpage Black.
The 2023 Ryder Cup is set to be a highly anticipated event, with Europe aiming to reclaim the trophy after suffering a crushing defeat in 2021. Under the leadership of Europe captain Luke Donald, star players such as Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, and Justin Rose will be eager to bring the trophy back to European soil.
As for Team USA, they will undoubtedly benefit from Woods’ involvement and his wealth of experience in the sport. The tournament promises to be a thrilling display of golfing prowess and fierce competition as the two teams battle it out for Ryder Cup glory.