Tiger Woods will ‘certainly’ be part of Ryder Cup squad: Zach Johnson

Tiger Woods has been struggling with his injuries for a while now. The 15-time major champion has missed most of the golf tournaments dating back to when he met with a devastating car accident in 2021.

In December 2022, he developed plantar fasciitis, which further questioned his future in the game. Nonetheless, Tiger Woods admitted that he will be playing in major tournaments this year.

Recently, Zach Johnson raised people's hopes by saying that Tiger Woods will be part of the Ryder Cup.

In one of his recent interviews, Johnson commented:

"The Ryder Cup is extremely important for Tiger Woods. I don't know yet what his involvement will be for the match in Rome, but he will certainly be part of our team. From a distance or on the spot, his insights, his experience, wisdom, are invaluable. All of America's pre-Ryder team will be at the Marco Simone Golf Club for common training."

Zach Johnson went on to explain that Tiger Woods loves the Ryder Cup. He said:

"He (Tiger Woods) loves Ryder and being able to rely on Tiger with anything golf is always great."

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"My team will boast a mix of talent and experience" - Zach Johnson on his Ryder Cup team

Zach Johnson talked about his American team preparing for the Ryder Cup. The golfer admitted that it won't be easy for them, but they are motivated and looking forward to grabbing the opportunity and winning the Ryder Cup.

In his interview, Johnson explained:

"The whole American team before Ryder will be at the Marco Simone Golf Club for a common training. It won't be easy but the fact that we have been left empty-handed on European soil for all this time certainly represents a motivation and an important opportunity.

"My team will boast a mix of talent and experience, the latter factor never negative but certainly not the most important. I want to build an excellent group, beyond the pitch."

He also spoke about last year's experience on a trip to Rome. He said:

"The five days I spent in Rome last autumn, during the Year to Go celebrations, they have been incredible in promoting golf and showcasing a beautiful country like Italy. And at the end of September I am sure Ryder will be a real commercial for Italy. Unites and golf is no exception.

"Respect for the opponent, integrity, character, are just some of the intrinsic characteristics of Ryder. Both teams will compete to honor their country and their teams. All these are elements that can certainly bring hope. "

The Ryder Cup 2023 is scheduled to take place from Friday, September 29, until Sunday, October 1, at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. Luke Donald will be serving as the captain of the European team while Zach Johnson will lead the American team.

It is important to note that the United States registered a victory in the 43rd edition of the Ryder Cup when Steve Stricker was the captain.