Stricker Reflects on Tour Golf & Future Captaincy

Steve Stricker, host of the American Family Insurance Championship, recently discussed his tournament and season in an interview. He noted the positive reception of the team event format at TPC Wisconsin, which players and fans enjoyed for its novelty and excitement. The PGA Tour also approved of the format, seeing it as a way to boost entertainment.

Stricker clarified that he has not been contacted by the PGA of America regarding Ryder Cup captaincy, despite previous leadership roles. While he expressed fondness for the Ryder Cup experience, he indicated that captaining again might be too time-consuming at this point in his career.

Regarding LIV Golf, Stricker acknowledged that players eligible for PGA Tour Champions could be a significant draw for the tour, but also recognized the potential consequences for those who departed. He expressed a desire to have prominent players like Ian Poulter and Lee Westwood compete in his event if possible.

Finally, Stricker commented on Wisconsin's golf landscape, suggesting that while a major championship would be welcome, the state's strong golf courses and inherent quality are already well-known to enthusiasts.