With PGA Tour Loyalists Already On Deck, Brooks Koepka’s Automatic Spot For the Ryder Cup Remains On Thin Ice

With the 44th Ryder Cup to be played next month, the excitement and speculation surrounding the selection process for the US team is on an all time high. Tensions seem to be mounting for the American golfers vying for a spot on the team. Among them is LIV golfer Brooks Koepka, who could potentially be seen traveling to Rome next week. 

However, as the automatic selection results are going to take place post the BMW Championship, the burning question remains: Will Koepka secure an automatic spot in the Ryder Cup? Let’s find out.

Brooks Koepka’s chances of competing in Rome

The eagerly awaited announcement regarding the top six automatic spots for the Rome event will happen on August 20th. As the decision day draws closer, the uncertainty surrounding Koepka’s inclusion, (who currently sits on the 5th spot in the U.S. Ryder Cup rankings) remains. This is especially true since there is one more competition left to determine the final results. 

Additionally, FedEx St. Jude Champion Lucas Glover, is poised to make a potential leap into the 5th position. To achieve this, he will need to secure another victory at the FedEx event taking place this week. This exceptional performance would solidify his chances of earning a spot in the team for Rome.

On Monday, Nosferatu took to Twitter to share this analysis with their Twitter family. The post presents an analysis that highlights the likelihood of Glover surpassing the 33-year-old golfer and securing the 5th position.

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This prediction sparked anticipation among fans, as the current standings for Brian Harman (4th position) and Max Homa (6th), also remain uncertain. 

The upcoming BMW Championship holds the potential to significantly impact their positions, leaving the door open for unexpected outcomes. If the American professional golfer does not make it onto the automatic spot list, his fate rests on Zack Johnson’s decision to select him.

Will Zach Johnson consider Brooks Koepka in the top six picks?

Koepka’s eligibility for automatic selection is uncertain due to the limitations on his points, which are only applicable to major tournaments.

However, his impressive performance of winning one major tournament and securing a runner-up position has propelled him to a prominent position on the scoreboards.

The former World No 1’s exceptional LIV golf performances and his expertise in the sport, present a compelling case for Zach Johnson to consider him for his pick. The captain will announce the top six picks after the conclusion of the 2023 tour championship.

Ultimately, only time will reveal which players will earn the opportunity to compete in Rome in September. Do you think Koepka stands a chance for the U.S. Ryder Cup spot? Let us know in the comments below.

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