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Jim Furyk promises better preparation for Team USA ahead of Ryder Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 8:30 PM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Jim Furyk promises better preparation for Team USA ahead of Ryder Cup

Summary

Jim Furyk has committed to improved preparation for Team USA ahead of the 2027 Ryder Cup, reflecting on the team's poor performance in foursomes matches. At a press conference marking one year until the tournament, Furyk noted the historical challenges the U.S. faces in Europe, having not secured a win there since 1993. He acknowledged the recent struggles, where the team lost seven of nine foursomes matches at last month's Presidents Cup, and emphasized the need for better pairings and preparation for this format. Furyk aims to embrace the underdog role as the team prepares for the upcoming event in Ireland.

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•Furyk reflects on Team USA's poor recent foursomes performance.
•U.S. has not won a Ryder Cup in Europe since 1993.
•Furyk plans to enhance preparation and pairings for the 2027 tournament.
•The team lost seven of nine foursomes matches at the Presidents Cup.
•Furyk emphasizes the need for players to thrive in a challenging environment.

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Jim Furyk has insisted the Americans will prepare better than ever before ahead of the 2027 Ryder Cup as he reflected on the team’s poor record in foursomes in recent events. Furyk is the latest captain tasked with trying to somehow mastermind a Ryder Cup victory on European soil for Team USA.
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