Rickie Fowler and Patrick Reed will play for the United States in Rio. Now everyone is waiting on Jordan Spieth. With one day before the deadline to submit the American team for Rio, Spieth still had not made up his mind whether the threat of the Zika virus and security concerns would keep him from being the fourth member of the United States team.
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How many golfers are on Team USA's roster for Rio 2016?
Team USA will be the only country with four men's golfers in Rio. Download the Team USA app today for breaking news, the latest Olympic roster, videos and more.
Who is on the US Olympic golf team?
So who is on the US Olympic golf team instead? The Men’s team comprises some of the biggest names in golf, with Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele and Bryson DeChambeau all competing at the Olympics. Meanwhile, the four players in the Women’s team are Nelly Korda, Danielle Kang, Lexi Thompson and Jessica Korda.
Which PGA players have competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics?
Only Justin Thomas has competed in the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. Bryson DeChambeau (had to withdraw) Nelly Korda Danielle Kang Lexi Thompson
Who are the current PGA Tour players?
Perry Baker Daytona Beach, Fla. Bui Baravilala Honolulu, Hawaii Danny Barrett Pacifica, Calif. Garrett Bender Minneapolis, Minn. Ryan Carlyle
Who is on the USA Olympic Golf Team 2021?
Four players will represent the US at both men's and women's golf competitions in Japan. Nelly Korda, Danielle Kang, Lexi Thompson and Jessica Korda are the four players that compose Team USA in the women's competition.
Who is representing USA in Olympic golf?
Xander Schauffele and Justin Thomas are representing Team USA at this year's Olympics. Up to this point the focus on the Olympic men's golf competition has focused on who won't be in attendance.
Who are the American golfers on the Olympic team?
As the top-four ranked Americans in the Olympic Golf Ranking, Justin Thomas (No. 2), Collin Morikawa (No. 3), Xander Schauffele (No. 4) and Bryson DeChambeau (No.
Who is on the United States men's golf team?
The Men's team comprises some of the biggest names in golf, with Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele and Bryson DeChambeau all competing at the Olympics. Meanwhile, the four players in the Women's team are Nelly Korda, Danielle Kang, Lexi Thompson and Jessica Korda.
Who are the golfers going to the Olympics?
Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele and Nelly Korda headline golfers representing Team USA in Tokyo.
How many PGA Tour victories does Schauffele have?
Schauffele is largely a consistent golfer that has managed four PGA Tour victories in his career.
How many Solheim Cups has Kang won?
Kang has also appeared in two Solheim Cups, winning the trophy in 2017 before losing in 2019.
How old is Nelly Korda?
22-year-old Nelly Korda is perhaps the most promising player in the United States Olympic team, and she could still play in many more Games should she wish to in the future.
How many times has Justin Thomas won the PGA?
Justin Thomas is an incredibly successful player who is a 14-time PGA Tour winner - his most notable win the 2017 PGA Championship.
How old is Kang?
Kang is perhaps one of the more experienced members of the US Olympic team, despite only being 28-years-old.
When will golf be played in the Olympics?
Golf returns to the Olympics for just the second time since 1904 at Tokyo 2020, with Kasumigaseki Country Club hosting the action.
Who is the emotional golfer?
Renowned for his incredibly long drives, DeChambeau is also an emotional golfer who has impressed in recent years.
How many titles does Stacy Lewis have?
Thompson’s most recent title came in February at the Honda LPGA Thailand. She has represented the United States in professional team competition on two occasions at the Solheim Cup (2013, 2015). Former World No. 1 Stacy Lewis, 31, has 11 LPGA titles, including the 2011 Kraft Nabisco Championship and 2013 RICOH Women’s British Open.
How many PGA Tour victories does Patrick Reed have?
Patrick Reed, who turns 26 on August 5, has four PGA TOUR victories, most recently the 2015 Hyundai Tournament of Champions. He has also represented the United States in professional team competition on two occasions: at the Presidents Cup (2015) and the Ryder Cup (2014). The Spring, Texas, native was a member of two NCAA National Championship teams while at Augusta University.
How many times has Bubba Watson won the Masters?
Bubba Watson, 37, is a nine-time PGA TOUR winner, most notably the Masters Tournament in 2012 and 2014. The Pensacola, Florida, resident’s latest title came in February at the Northern Trust Open. Watson has played for the United States on three Ryder Cup teams (2010, 2012, 2014) and two Presidents Cup teams (2011, 2015). Watson is a 2008 graduate of the University of Georgia.
Where does Rickie Fowler live?
Rickie Fowler, 27, a California native who lives in Jupiter, Florida, is a three-time PGA TOUR winner, including THE PLAYERS Championship in 2015. He has four worldwide victories over the last 14 months, most recently the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship in January. Fowler has also represented the United States in professional team competition on three occasions at the Presidents Cup (2015) and the Ryder Cup (2010, 2014). Fowler played collegiately at Oklahoma State University and was the recipient of the 2008 Ben Hogan Award as the nation’s top collegiate golfer.
Where is Matt Kuchar?
The Spring, Texas, native was a member of two NCAA National Championship teams while at Augusta University. Matt Kuchar, 38, of Sea Island, Georgia, is a seven-time PGA TOUR winner, including THE PLAYERS Championship in 2012. His most recent title came at the 2014 RBC Heritage.
Who is the youngest member of Team USA?
Lexi Thompson, 21, of Coral Springs, Florida, will be the youngest member representing Team USA in Rio. The fourth-ranked golfer in the Women’s Olympic Golf Rankings has seven LPGA titles, including a major championship at the 2014 Kraft Nabisco Championship.
What was Reed's best finish in 2015?
Reed had a red-letter year in 2015, posting his best finishes at each of the four major tournaments: tied for 22nd at the Masters, tied for 14th at the U.S. Open, tied for 20th at The Open Championship and tied for 30th at the PGA Championship.
What was the best finish for a golfer in 2014?
His career-best finishes in the major championships all came in 2014: tied for fifth at the Masters, tied for second at the U.S. Open and The Open Championship and tied for third at the PGA Championship.
When did Ryder become the youngest golfer?
He became the youngest U.S. Ryder Cup player in 2010 (20 years, 9 months). His first PGA Tour victory came at the 2012 Wells Fargo Championship, when he defeated Rory McIlroy and D.A. Points on the first hole of a sudden-death playoff. His career-best finishes in the major championships all came in 2014: tied for fifth at the Masters, ...
When is Reed's birthday?
Reed will celebrate his 26th birthday on Aug. 5, the day of the Opening Ceremony in Rio. A two-time All-American for Georgia Tech, Kuchar won the 1997 U.S. Amateur championship, then received the Haskins Award in 1998, recognizing him as the nation’s top collegiate golfer.
Who was the only woman to play golf in the 1900 Olympics?
Women’s golf also makes its Olympic return in Rio. Lexi Thompson (No. 4 in the world and Olympic rankings), Stacy Lewis (No. 8 in world, No. 9 in Olympic) and Gerina Piller (No. 15 in world, No. 13 in Olympic) make up the 2016 U.S.
Who won the 2010 Travelers Championship?
No. 5 in the current world rankings, Watson earned the first of his nine PGA Tour titles at the 2010 Travelers Championship, winning on the second hole of a sudden-death playoff against Corey Pavin and Scott Verplank.
Who won the first gold medal in golf?
His wife, Sybi, was a tennis player at Georgia Tech. The United States won the first Olympic gold medal in men’s golf, presented to Charles Sands at the Paris 1900 Olympic Games. Three other Americans won medals on the links, all at the St. Louis 1904 Olympic Games: Chandler Egan claimed the silver medal and Burt McKinnie ...
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Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele, Patrick Reed, Nelly Korda, Danielle Kang, Lexi Thompson and Jessica Korda
More about the 2021 US Olympic golf team
The 2021 Olympic golf competitions were held 29 July - 8 August at Kasumigaseki Country Club in Japan.
Where is Harry Weinbrecht Invitational?
at Harry Weinbrecht Invitational in Portsmouth, Ohio
Where is Alice Lloyd Spring Invitational?
Day 1 - at Alice Lloyd Spring Invitational in Richmond, Ky.
Where is Shriners Hospital for Children Championship?
Day 1 - at Shriners Hospital for Children Championship in Ravenswood, W.Va.
Where is the Golden Bear Classic?
Day 1 - at Golden Bear Classic in Daniels, W.Va.
