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Golf – The 2020 Ryder Cup – Whistling Straits, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, U.S. – September 23, 2021 Team USA captain Steve Stricker speaks during the opening ceremony REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
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Golf – The 2020 Ryder Cup – Whistling Straits, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, U.S. – September 23, 2021 Team USA captain Steve Stricker speaks during the opening ceremony REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
After an incredible 2021 Ryder Cup, the next edition of this biennial event is all set to begin in 2023. However, the preparations for the event have already begun, as according to a few reports, Zach Johnson will be the next U.S. Ryder Cup captain.
Previously, Steve Stricker was the skipper of the side and he helped the United States regain the trophy against a strong European team. However, for the next Ryder Cup, Steve will no longer serve as captain as he is a part of the Ryder Cup committee to pick the next captain. And hence, Zach Johnson will be promoted to his role.
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Zach Johnson is all set to lead team U.S. for the 2023 Ryder Cup
According to the associated press, Zach Johnson has been handed the responsibility of leading the American side for the biennial event. Notably, team U.S. will be looking for its first win on foreign soil in 30 years. However, the PGA of America hasn’t confirmed this decision yet. But they are likely to do so by Monday morning.
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Not to forget, 46-year-old Johnson has been vice-captain of Team USA in the past two Ryder Cups. He was even a part of the recent historic victory of America at Whistling Straits. Additionally, apart from being a deputy in two Ryder Cups, he has even competed as a player in five Ryder Cups.
Associated Press is reporting that Zach Johnson will be named the next U.S. Ryder Cup captain for 2023 in Rome. Solid choice, no surprise. Two-time major champion and two-time assistant captain who fits the recent profile.
— Jason Sobel (@JasonSobelTAN) February 23, 2022
Hence, he even has good experience of playing and being part of the leadership group. Moreover, Johnson has 12-PGA Tour wins, and two major championship wins in his career. Certainly, he is one of the best picks for the team USA who can help them retain the trophy.
Meanwhile, the 2023 Ryder Cup is all set to begin on September 29th at Marco Simone Golf Club in Italy. Additionally, this will be the first-ever Ryder Cup that will be held in Italy.
Golf world reacts to the announcement of Team USA’s new skipper
With a mixed bag of reactions, here’s how the golf world responded to the news.
Tiger in 2025 at Bethpage. He will turn 50 that year. USA wins 26-2.
— commish joe (@commishjoe) February 23, 2022
Hopefully Tiger in 2025. Phil doesn’t deserve it anymore
— Chris Callahan (@tennisdudz22) February 23, 2022
Make Phil the captain to give us a chance please
— Danny (@danjn71) February 23, 2022
Zach will be a very good captain if he has Strickers team . And my guess, he will have at least 8 of the 12
— BobbyL_AZ_2020 (@AzBobbyl) February 23, 2022
Betting Europe right now
— Brian Thomas (@bthomas52) February 23, 2022
Interesting pick … I was thinking … Lefty lol 😂
— Andrew Katsanis (@AndrewKat26) February 23, 2022
Great choice!
— joann (@joannlanderson) February 23, 2022
I wanted Tiger!
— Jeff 🥋 (@Football_expert) February 23, 2022
That will work! I don't think the Euros will have an edge like everyone says. They'll still be suffering from a hangover from the last Ryder Cup. Tough loss.
— Scott Phillips (@ScottRPhillips3) February 23, 2022
Well deserved https://t.co/6XqadpLIOs
— JSP (@ohoopeeflats) February 23, 2022
Grrrrrreat choice https://t.co/FtpYQ6yOQu
— Evan (@evano1324) February 23, 2022
hopefully he does what’s right and slides Kisner or Na in over Scheffler https://t.co/AKgIdkgM6d
— Nick Switala (@Nicholas_Swit) February 23, 2022
