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flag U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley, leading a top-heavy team, chose not to play in the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black to focus on leadership, donating his $500,000 bonus to charity.

flag U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley, ranked 13th in the world, has admitted to occasionally wishing he could play in the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, where he leads a team featuring 12 of the top 23 players globally. flag Though he considered using a captain’s pick on himself, Bradley chose full focus on leadership, citing the importance of strategic planning and team preparation. flag He described the role as a dream come true, especially returning to Bethpage, where he played college golf. flag The PGA of America increased player compensation to $500,000 per U.S. player, with $300,000 to be donated to charity, a change aimed at modernizing the event and aligning it with the Presidents Cup model. flag While European players will not be paid, Bradley emphasized the decision supports his team and respects personal choices. flag He plans to donate his entire bonus to charity.

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