Europe’s Ryder Cup qualification rules will not be adjusted to accommodate LIV golfers like Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton, according to team captain Luke Donald. Both Rahm and Hatton, who switched to the LIV circuit after helping Europe reclaim the Ryder Cup in 2023, are keen to compete in the 2025 match at Bethpage Black, New York.
However, Donald clarified that all players must meet the standard requirements by participating in at least four DP World Tour events to retain their eligibility. While Hatton is meeting the criteria, Rahm has not yet committed to the necessary events.
Donald expressed his hope that Rahm will either pay the required fines or appeal his sanctions to remain eligible. The team selection process has been revised, offering six automatic spots and six captain’s picks. Europe faces a tough challenge against the United States after a historic victory in Rome, but Donald remains firm on following the existing rules.
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