Tiger Woods has decided not to captain the U.S. team at the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in New York, citing his commitments with the PGA Tour Policy Board and PGA Tour Enterprises Board of Directors. However, he has left the door open for a future captaincy role.
During Tuesday’s introductory news conference for 2025 U.S. captain Keegan Bradley, a statement from Woods read by PGA of America senior director Julius Mason explained that his current responsibilities would have limited his ability to dedicate the necessary time to the role.
“With my new responsibilities to the Tour and time commitments involved, I felt like I would not be able to commit the time to Team USA and the players required as a captain,” Woods said. “That does not mean I wouldn’t want to captain a team in the future. If and when I feel it is the right time, I will put my hat in the ring for this committee to decide.”
According to a report by Sports Illustrated, Woods declined the captaincy position. The decision was made by a committee that included three players and three executives from the PGA of America.
While Woods will not be leading the team, he could still be involved in the 2025 Ryder Cup in an advisory capacity if Bradley seeks out his experience. Woods has previously served as a playing captain for the 2019 Presidents Cup team and as an assistant at the 2016 Ryder Cup and 2017 Presidents Cup, all resulting in U.S. victories.
Since missing the cut at the U.S. Open last month, Woods has not competed in any events. However, he is expected to make his return at the British Open later this month at Royal Troon Golf Club in Scotland.