Keegan Bradley Triumphs at Travelers Championship with Dramatic Birdie, Eyes Ryder Cup as USA Captain
June 23, 2025
Keegan Bradley clinched the 2025 Travelers Championship with a dramatic walk-off birdie putt, celebrated by enthusiastic chants of 'USA, USA!!!!' from the crowd.
Bradley, who is also the captain for the upcoming Ryder Cup, shot a 2-under 68 in the final round, overcoming a three-shot lead built by Tommy Fleetwood after his impressive third round of 7-under 63.
Key moments in Bradley's final round included crucial birdies on the 15th and 18th holes, particularly a pivotal 35-foot birdie putt on the 15th that marked a turning point in his comeback.
Bradley's equipment setup reflects his focus on precision and control, featuring Srixon ZX5 MkII and ZX7 MkII irons, along with Z-Forged II wedges, all paired with True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 shafts.
He plays with the 2025 Srixon Z-STAR Diamond golf balls, which provide enhanced distance and greenside control, further supporting his strong performance.
Bradley credited his wife, Jillian, for her support during the tournament, especially as she managed their sick child, allowing him to concentrate on his game.
Looking ahead to the Ryder Cup, Bradley expressed openness to including LIV Golf players, suggesting that he may consider golfers like Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka for the team.
The Ryder Cup is set to take place in New York in September 2025, with Bradley already confirmed as the team captain.
Currently, only Scottie Scheffler has qualified for Team USA, with six spots available through rankings and six to be selected by the captain.
The final round of the championship was played under oppressive heat, with the heat index nearing triple digits, adding to the challenge for all competitors.
In addition to Bradley's victory, notable performances included Jason Day and Harris English tying for fourth place, while Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy secured spots on the Ryder Cup team.
Despite his disappointment after narrowly missing the win, Fleetwood reflected on the positives from his strong performance and expressed determination to learn from the experience.
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The Athletic • Jun 22, 2025
Keegan Bradley grabs Travelers Championship title with late triumphant birdie
BBC Sport • Jun 23, 2025
Ryder Cup: US captain Keegan Bradley open to dual role
ESPN • Jun 22, 2025
Keegan Bradley wins Travelers Championship with birdie on 18 - ESPN