Players signing up for LIV Golf will not get places on the US Ryder Cup team through captain’s picks.
Captain Zach Johnson revealed the PGA of America’s decision, which confirms those suspended from the PGA Tour will not be able to play any part in next year’s match in Rome.
“What I know is this,” Johnson said when asked how his team would be affected by golf’s current power struggle.
“In order to play on the Ryder Cup team whether you’re top six or a pick, you must garner Ryder Cup points through the PGA of America.
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“In order to garner Ryder Cup points through the PGA of America you have to be a member of the PGA of America. The way that we’re members of the PGA of America is through the PGA Tour.”
Under qualification rules set out by the PGA of America, players earn points based on their performances, with the US team made up of six qualifiers and six picks.
A number of players are already suspended from the PGA Tour as a result of their participation in the Saudi-backed LIV Series, with more exclusions set to follow.
Those suspended would be unable to earn points – and would also be ineligible to be chosen by Johnson as wild cards.
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