Thursday, June 26, 2025

Keegan Bradley: Ryder Cup Captain, Player or Both?

Matt Cook and David Gies II explore Keegan Bradley's resurgence and potential roles in the Ryder Cup, both as a player and future captain. They discuss the possibility of Tiger Woods stepping into a Ryder Cup captaincy role. Tommy Fleetwood's performance under pressure and Kip Henley's Twitter influence, alongside David's viral tweet, are analyzed. The episode compares Ryan Fox and Thriston Lawrence's games under pressure and highlights Oakmont's challenges through Tyrrell Hatton's insights. They delve into Bud Cauley's comeback, modern caddy responsibilities, and the importance of caddy loyalty and job security. The conversation wraps up with David's upcoming tournament plans and sponsor acknowledgments. Key Points: - Keegan Bradley's recent performances make a strong case for him to be both a captain and player in the upcoming Ryder Cup. - Tommy Fleetwood's struggles under pressure, especially in final rounds, continue to be a significant hurdle for him in clinching victories. - Bud Cauley's resurgence on the tour, marked by impressive ball striking, suggests that a win is on the horizon with consistent putting. Chapters: 0:00 Keegan Bradley's resurgence and Ryder Cup potential 1:14 Introduction of guest David Gies II and discussion topics 2:10 Sponsor: Devereux Golf, Vice Golf, Rokform 3:31 Matt's experience with Rokform and Stark Health 6:56 Keegan Bradley's Ryder Cup captaincy and playing role prospects 12:11 Tiger Woods as a potential Ryder Cup captain 17:21 Tommy Fleetwood's performance under pressure 21:23 Kip Henley's Twitter presence and David Gies II's viral tweet 26:17 Ryan Fox vs. Thriston Lawrence's game under pressure 29:50 Oakmont's challenges and Tyrrell Hatton's insights 34:15 Bud Cauley's comeback and the modern-day caddy's role 45:08 Caddy loyalty and job security 48:44 David's week off and upcoming tournaments 50:41 Thanking David Gies II and episode sign-off 51:39 Sponsor: Devant Golf, Vice Golf, Rokform