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Dec 19, 2021; Orlando, Florida, USA; John Daly walking on the 18th green during the final round of the PNC Championship golf tournament at Grande Lakes Orlando Course. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-USA TODAY Sports| Courtesy/Reuters
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Dec 19, 2021; Orlando, Florida, USA; John Daly walking on the 18th green during the final round of the PNC Championship golf tournament at Grande Lakes Orlando Course. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-USA TODAY Sports| Courtesy/Reuters
Golf is a sport with deep traditions and a rich history. However, once in a while, a surprising fact or statistic comes to light that shocks even the most dedicated golf enthusiasts. This is one such statistic – John Daly, a two-time major champion, has never been selected to play in the Ryder Cup.
Yes, you read that right.
The man who won two of golf’s biggest tournaments in 1991 and 1995 never got the opportunity to represent his country in the most prestigious team event in golf. This wild stat has sparked a debate among golf fans and analysts. Now, let’s dive deeper into this topic and see if we can shed some light on what really happened with John Daly and the Ryder Cup.
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John Daly not chosen for the Ryder Cup – an enigma of the Golf world
John Daly, the legendary golfer, recently celebrated his 57th birthday. His fans and the golf world were astonished by a wild stat from his career.
Flushing It golf page tweeted, “John Daly is the only player to have won 2 majors and never get chosen for a Ryder Cup side. Both wins were during Ryder Cup years, too. That always blows my mind, as he was custom-made to wear the red, white, and blue in a team event! ”
John Daly is the only player to have won 2 majors and never get chosen for a Ryder Cup side. Both wins were during Ryder Cup years, too. That always blows my mind, as he was custom made to wear the red, white and blue in a team event! 💪🇺🇸
— Flushing It (@flushingitgolf) April 28, 2023
John Daly achieved so much in his career, winning two major championships and several other tournaments. However, he never got the chance to represent his country in the Ryder Cup, and it’s hard to understand why.
what an embarrassment
— roxy_eats_phish (@roxy_eats_phish) April 28, 2023
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That’s a wild stat
— taylorh (@henderbender17) April 28, 2023
Daly was a crowd favorite with his impressive long drives, quirky personality, and undying passion for the game. He was the perfect fit for the Ryder Cup team.
Golf – a sport judged by performance or personal life?
Many fans and analysts believe that Daly’s off-course antics might have prevented him from being selected for the Ryder Cup.
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Jan 1, 2022; Tampa, FL, USA; PGA golfer John Daly walks the Arkansas sidelines during the second half between the Arkansas Razorbacks and the Penn State Nittany Lions during the 2022 Outback Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-USA TODAY Sports/Reuters
Daly’s partying and love for alcohol and cigarettes were well known. Some considered his behavior on the golf course inappropriate, as he was often seen smoking.
However, many fans argue that Daly’s behavior should not have been a factor in his selection for the Ryder Cup team. Golf is a sport, and it should be judged on a player’s ability on the course, not their personal life. John Daly was a talented golfer who deserved to play in the Ryder Cup.
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What do you think is the reason why John Daly was never chosen to play in the Ryder Cup?
