Keegan Bradley doubles down on Ryder Cup strategy | Golf News

Justin Thomas, the two-time major champion, has been sidelined for Saturday’s foursomes matches at the Ryder Cup due to Team USA’s disappointing start.

Keegan Bradley’s squad is in dire need of a fast turnaround on Saturday after trailing 5 1/2 to 2 1/2 against Luke Donald’s European workforce at Bethpage Black, and Thomas will not be taking part in the foursomes matches.

Despite Europe’s dominant 3-1 win in Friday’s foursomes, Thomas is the only adjustment Bradley has made to his lineup. Cameron Young will step in for him, partnering with Bryson DeChambeau in the first match against Ludvig Aberg and Matt Fitzpatrick.

Bradley’s picks have sparked a lot debate after the disappointing exhibiting. However, the closely criticized pair of Collin Morikawa and Harris English will once again take the sector, going through off against Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood following their 5&4 defeat on Friday.

Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay, who secured Team USA’s sole level in Friday’s morning session, are set to problem the formidable duo of Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton. The ultimate match of the session will see Russell Henley and Scottie Scheffler go head-to-head with Bob MacIntyre and Viktor Hovland.

Thomas and DeChambeau skilled a 4and3 loss to Rahm and Hatton on Friday before the Kentucky native teamed up with Young in the fourballs. This proved to be a far more profitable enterprise for the 32 12 months previous, who cruised to a 6&5 victory over Ludvig Aberg and Rasmus Hojgaard.

When requested why Thomas had been dropped, Bradley replied: “I think we wanted the guys to get a little rest. We have a very specific plan for each player that we’ve spoke to them, and I think that they all want to do what’s best for the team.

“They all would have performed if we requested them to. They all would sit if we requested them to. They just need to win the Ryder Cup, and that’s what makes this group so great.

“We are three points down. That’s easy. We can come back from three points down. I think it feels a lot worse because the day is over, but we have a lot more of the Ryder Cup to play.”

Thomas’ absence opened the door for local hero Young. The debutant delivered an excellent efficiency, carding 4 birdies on his means to triumph.

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Bradley said: “Cam, that was really cool to see. He came back to his home state at a golf course that he’s played. I was really proud to go out there and watch him play the way he did. He played awesome.

“He’s been enjoying great for a long time. We’re excited to have him in the lineup tomorrow. Played great. Hit the ball great. A few fist pumps for Cam, which is a little thrilling for him, but it was enjoyable watching him on the market.”