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Tiger Woods chooses Finau, Woodland, Reed, and….himself as his Presidents Cup picks

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Nov 7, 2019

Tiger Woods has named himself, Tony Finau, Gary Woodland and Patrick Reed as his captain’s picks ahead of next month’s Presidents Cup.

Both Woodland and Finau are set for their debuts at the event, while Reed will be competing in his third consecutive Presidents Cup. For Woods, it will be the 15-time major champion’s first appearance at the biennial tournament since 2013.

Speaking on the decision to pick himself as playing-captain for the event, Woods stated

“The players, they wanted me to play in the event. It’s going to be difficult, but I also have three amazing assistants in Fred (Couples), Stricks (Steve Stricker) and Zach (Johnson). So that helps a lot.”

Both Rickie Fowler and Jordan Spieth are big-name omissions from the team which will feature five rookies. Spieth will be missing his first team event since 2012, while Fowler has been on each U.S. team since 2014.

Speaking on the call to leave Fowler out of the side, Woods stated

“That was a tough call to make. He’s a friend of mine. We kept it short. There was no need for a long call. I’ve been on both sides I haven’t been picked. I get it. He’s obviously going to hurt not being there.”

Woods’ four picks are all higher ranked in the OWGR than any of the players of the International side, but the 43-year-old warned that statistical advantage goes out the window once play gets underway next month.

“On paper we certainly have the advantage in the world ranking. Our players have earned that by playing well around the world and playing well in big events. But when we start out on Thursday, it’s 0-0. We’ve got to go out and earn points to win the cup.”

Woods’ decision to choose himself as a player next month means that he will be the first playing captain at team events since Hale Irwin in 1994.

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28 Comments

Kim Chee

Nov 8, 2019 at 5:10 pm

Lots of salty ass Tiger haters in here. And the usual bringing up of his infidelity is sickening. Y’all are carrying a six shooter with only one bullet.

Everyone deserves a change to change. Whether you care to admit it or not, he has changed. He was humbled big time when the game he loves so dearly was taken from him. He has so much more appreciation for the game and other people now. Take it from someone who has met him personally BEFORE and AFTER his change.

Stop being so damn salty, you ignorant bags of trash.

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Steve C

Nov 8, 2019 at 4:34 pm

99% sure that TV execs were in Tigers ear convincing him to play. And I doubt it took too much arm twisting.

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- Big Dan
  
  Nov 8, 2019 at 5:29 pm
  
  So much negativity. Tiger is simply the best ever. The event will be so much more interesting with him playing. I for one wouldn’t even consider watching this event if Tiger wasn’t playing. Go Tiger go.
  
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  - Jp
    
    Nov 8, 2019 at 7:05 pm
    
    You do realize tiger has not had a winning record nor has the United States won but one ryder cup with him on the team is last Ryder cup appearance he went 0 for 5 in points best ever hardly
    
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  - MT
    
    Nov 9, 2019 at 11:33 am
    
    He was the best, but now is inconsistent. His Ryder and President cup record is not stellar.
    
    He should have given another player the opportunity.
    
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joro

Nov 8, 2019 at 3:17 pm

Woods has proven many times he stinks in team play. Look at his past, he cannot play with others, just against others. He and Phil, two of the greatest ever both suck at team play.

But so be it, he had a choice and he took it leaving someone who could handle team play out. Good Luck Mr. Woods, you had an option and took it now go feed your ego..

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Pdq

Nov 8, 2019 at 2:06 pm

You know who is happy Tiger picked Tiger? The networks this will draw more eyeballs to the lay golf fan.

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Speedy

Nov 8, 2019 at 1:35 pm

Go International Team!

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Eck42

Nov 8, 2019 at 1:07 pm

Just my thought, but I would like to see Captains not eligible to play. I think picking yourself is very selfish.

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- John Bachman
  
  Nov 9, 2019 at 7:02 am
  
  Couldn’t agree more
  
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Dave

Nov 8, 2019 at 10:04 am

Patrick Reed….are you kidding me. Why because he was so stellar as your partner? Very disappointed.

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JP

Nov 8, 2019 at 9:14 am

Tiger picking himself is the right move. IMO only
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If America wins, nobody will be able to question it. Wait for the results and decide then.
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And I agree, Trump is the best thing to happen to America since Columbus.

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Weaseling

Nov 8, 2019 at 3:16 am

What a selfish move, he himself and waffles house waitresses. Poor move on his part. Imagine the phone call to Fowler… he man I was going to pick u but I picked myself!

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- Obee
  
  Nov 8, 2019 at 9:57 am
  
  You an Arnold Palmer fan?
  
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- B
  
  Nov 8, 2019 at 10:14 am
  
  So picking the #7 ranked player in the world, who just won his last tournament played, over the 21st ranked player in the world, who hasn’t played since the Tour Championship is a selfish and poor move? Makes sense to me. Pick a guy who has been worried about a wedding and banging his wife on their honeymoon over a guy who just won and is ranked well ahead of him in the OWGR. Keep trolling bro
  
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john

Nov 8, 2019 at 1:36 am

surprised no Fowler .. I would take a Fowler over Reed any day

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MW

Nov 7, 2019 at 10:57 pm

I guess his back is better…when he wants it to be. Or is it his knee, or his…

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Bob

Nov 7, 2019 at 10:39 pm

Just confirming that Tiger is a narcissistic, selfish individual! He could have done something good for golf by choosing a young, up and comer.

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- Simms
  
  Nov 8, 2019 at 1:07 am
  
  100% correct, it would have been a real shot in the arm for him to just be the Captain. Just as his image was becoming stronger he pulls this bone head mistake…
  
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  - I See Dumb People
    
    Nov 8, 2019 at 9:33 am
    
    What are you guys talking about? The guy literally just won last week and also won the Masters. In the tournaments he’s played in at 100%, he’s been great. If anyone else was captain they would pick Tiger. Just because he’s in the driver’s seat he’s not allowed to put together the best team? Tiger not being on the roster would be a mistake. No matter who is making that call.
    
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- Mike
  
  Nov 8, 2019 at 2:27 am
  
  Good for golf, are you drunk? The more Tiger plays with the few years he has left the better it is for golf. The more he plays directly influences the amount of new golfers we have. Nobodys turning on the TV or going to a tournament to watch some up and comer golfer, whether you like it or not Tiger is the draw for people.
  
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  - Bob
    
    Nov 8, 2019 at 7:19 am
    
    Wow..has golf participation inclined or declined during the Tiger era? I know it will be hard for you Mike, but think hard….it’s declined greatly! Actually, I’m glad he chose himself. Now…I, for sure, will not be waisting my time watching this event.
    
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- Obee
  
  Nov 8, 2019 at 9:54 am
  
  Sigh…
  
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Jimmy

Nov 7, 2019 at 10:10 pm

No kuch, no donkeys..

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Kevin S

Nov 7, 2019 at 9:50 pm

Tiger is correct. Austrialian courses are vastly different from the states. Once the wind starts blowing, it will be a whole different story. Kevin kisner would be a better select over captain america

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- JP
  
  Nov 7, 2019 at 10:12 pm
  
  And Reed is a douche!
  
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  - Miller Time
    
    Nov 8, 2019 at 9:53 am
    
    He may be a douche, but he’s the best player on the US team in these types of formats!
    
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- d
  
  Nov 8, 2019 at 9:49 am
  
  reed is a great match player….reed is from texas used to playing in the wind. Hits a natural draw again good for wind…..
  
  Tiger picking himself is fine. When healthy or focused he is still top 10 player and the number 1 draw period.
  
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