By Xander Schauffele’s victory at The 152nd Open at Royal Troon marked a historic year for American golf, with all four men’s majors being won by American players for the first time since 1982. Schauffele’s two-shot win follows his US PGA Championship victory in May, Scottie Scheffler’s Masters win in April, and Bryson DeChambeau’s US Open triumph in June. This American sweep has raised hopes for the USA’s Ryder Cup success both at home and abroad.
Rich Beem, a former major champion, believes this success can propel the USA to reclaim the Ryder Cup in New York next year and achieve their first away win since 1993 at Adare Manor in Ireland in 2027. Beem highlights the competitive spirit among American players and their ability to perform internationally as key factors.
Keegan Bradley, the 2025 USA Ryder Cup captain, congratulated Schauffele on his Open win, emphasizing the importance of player support and feedback. Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy’s struggles at Royal Troon, following his near-miss at the US Open, were attributed to challenging weather conditions rather than lingering disappointment. Beem suggests McIlroy focus on adapting to windy conditions for future success.
