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Former Ryder Cup captains send letter to PGA of America opposing pay for U.S. golfers


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Published in Sports and Competition on Friday, December 13th 2024 at 23:25 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • A Sports Illustrated reporter had the opportunity to speak with an anonymous player, who is frustrated after the letter was leaked.

The article from MSN Sports discusses a letter sent by former Ryder Cup captains to the PGA of America, expressing their opposition to the idea of paying U.S. golfers for participating in the Ryder Cup. The letter, signed by notable figures like Paul Azinger, Davis Love III, and others, argues that the Ryder Cup should remain an event driven by passion and national pride rather than financial incentives. They believe that introducing payment could undermine the spirit of the competition, which has historically been about representing one's country and the honor of playing in this prestigious event. The former captains emphasize that the unique allure of the Ryder Cup lies in its amateur spirit, where players compete for glory, not money, and they urge the PGA of America to preserve this tradition.

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