Woods declines US Ryder Cup captain role in 2027
Why it matters: The U.S. Ryder Cup team must now find a new captain for the 2027 event in Ireland.
- Tiger Woods will not captain the U.S. Ryder Cup team in 2027, as confirmed by the PGA of America and Sky Sports.
- Woods' decision comes as he steps away from golf following a recent car crash, according to the PGA of America.
- Luke Donald is set to return as Europe's captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup, with the event scheduled for Adare Manor, per Sky Sports.
- CBS Sports has identified five potential candidates who could lead the United States team in Woods' stead.
Tiger Woods has declined the offer to captain the U.S. Ryder Cup team in 2027, a decision announced by the PGA of America following his recent car crash and subsequent step back from golf. This opens the door for other potential leaders, with Luke Donald already confirmed to return as Europe's captain for the event at Adare Manor.
