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Rory Sets Ryder Cup Captaincy Date - LITE
Oct 15, 2025 | Edition #87
👋 Hey Golf Fans,
That Rory would want to lead Team Europe was never in doubt. The only question was when. Now we have an answer. In response to our question at the DP World India Championship press conference, McIlroy gave a timeline for Ryder Cup captaincy. More on that in today’s edition, along with a Tour pro’s strange trouble, Hovland’s concerns and more.
Let's dive in...
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Rory McIlroy Announces Ryder Cup Captaincy Timeline |
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As you read above, Rory McIlroy wants to lead the Team Europe one day as a captain. And that got us thinking,
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On October 15, 1963, Horton Smith, one of golf’s first 'boy wonders,' passed away at the age of 55 from Hodgkin’s disease. In his professional playing career, Smith won 30 PGA Tour events and two Masters titles — the inaugural one in 1934 and again in 1936. He was also undefeated in the Ryder Cup (3-0-1), with his only tie coming against Bill Cox in 1935. |
Before you head out for heavy work or a round of golf, kickstart your day with a fun challenge. Test your golf vocabulary in today’s Wordle. (Hint: The mark of a great iron shot.)
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