Henrik Stenson’s 4-Word Reaction to Being Named 2023 Ryder Cup Captain for Team Europe

While the Ryder Cup’s next edition is months away, everyone is already excited about the biennial event. The Ryder cup is a battle between Europe and the USA, where the best of the best team up to impress. That being said, Team Europe and Team USA have already found their captains in Henrik Stenson and Zach Johnson, respectively.

Now, though the actual work around the Ryder Cup teams will start later, a captain is an integral part of the event. Not only does the individual work towards making his country win, but they also make sure the team works together.

Henrik Stenson, now Team Europe’s captain, is tasked with leading Team Europe back to victory. Notably, Team USA clinched a historic 19-9 win last year at Whistling Straits, making it extra memorable for the players.

Is Henrik Stenson ready to lead Team Europe in Italy?

Over the past few years, the Europeans have dominated the Ryder Cup scene. Not to mention, they have never even lost on European soil. However, looking at Team USA’s recent performance, they might be looking at another historic win.

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Stenson, however, looks excited. Replying to a tweet making the announcement, Stenson added that “this will be fun.” Looking at the response, the 45-year-old seems happy about the selection, as well as the upcoming Ryder Cup.

Stenson himself has been a part of five Ryder Cups, winning three of them.

He will also be going up against Johnson, who can bring quite a lot to the opposing team. After all, even after countless predictions, the young Team USA took away the Ryder Cup honor with them.

How did Stenson thank the selector?

“I would like to thank the selection panel for believing in me and will say to them, and every European golf fan, that I will do everything in my power and leave no stone unturned in the quest to get the Ryder Cup back in European hands,” Stenson said. Moreover, Stenson added that the Ryder Cup is golf at its very best.

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This time, Stenson has to make sure he does not let anyone down, including his country. Despite all the preparation, the result for the upcoming Ryder Cup cannot be predicted. Stenson, who is a veteran now, can only work on himself and his upcoming team.

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