Overview
- The PGA of America named Furyk on Friday, confirming he will lead the United States at Adare Manor in Ireland from September 17–19, 2027.
- The decision followed Tiger Woods removing himself from consideration after his March 27 DUI arrest, with a not guilty plea and plans for inpatient treatment that the PGA publicly supported.
- Furyk becomes only the fourth American since 1979 to get a second term, returning after a 2018 captaincy in Paris where Europe won 17.5–10.5 and his four captain’s picks went 2–10–0.
- The assignment carries a steep task as the U.S. seeks its first Ryder Cup win on European soil since 1993, with Europe set to be led again by Luke Donald, who is pursuing a third straight victory as captain.
- Reaction turned sharply critical on social media over the choice and the U.S. process, though backers point to limited alternatives and Furyk’s 2024 Presidents Cup win, setting up two years of scrutiny over roster picks, course prep, and team culture.