After winning the 2025 Travelers Championship, Keegan Bradley shared that the pressures of his role as U.S. Ryder Cup captain have allowed him to find tranquility on the golf course. His life has become completely consumed by various responsibilities related to the captaincy, including shuttle schedules, meal planning, and selecting six players he will choose in three months at Bethpage Black. Surprisingly, the golf course is where Bradley feels the most at peace.

Despite being deeply entrenched in matters of the Ryder Cup, Bradley is striving to make a memory of success that will last a lifetime, striving to raise the cup with American teammates. He recalls his previous disappointing experiences in the tournament: notably relinquishing the winning point in 2014 and the memorable collapse of the American team in 2012. “It’s a mixture of pressure but also the excitement of getting to finally be part of it and lead my country,” Bradley stated.

His reflections also involve moments when the team dynamics and performance were thrilling, knowing that there was potential for more victories ahead. The challenges Bradley faces while managing the expectations of both his professional life and personal stakes present a remarkable narrative.

“I genuinely enjoy competing under pressure. I thrive in these moments even if my heart feels intense. It’s the preparation and practice that define me during tournaments. I think sometimes it’s all about the mind and how you perceive each swing,” Bradley noted after his latest win, emphasizing the mental aspect of golf that has propelled him forward.

PGA Tour Wins Since Start of 2022-23 Season

Player	Wins
Scottie Scheffler	12
Rory McIlroy	7
Keegan Bradley	4
Jon Rahm	4
Viktor Hovland	4
Hideki Matsuyama	3
Sepp Straka	3
Nick Taylor	3
Wyndham Clark	3

Bradley’s resurgence in golf, particularly his progress in putting and short game strategies since 2022, underlines a strong comeback, ultimately striving to help the United States retake the Ryder Cup as both a player and captain.