With just a month remaining in the qualifying period for the 2024 Presidents Cup, both the United States and International teams are solidifying their rosters for the upcoming competition at The Royal Montreal Golf Club, scheduled for September 24-29.
Theegala’s Journey
Sahith Theegala’s performance at the 3M Open has brought him closer to securing a spot on the U.S. team. Despite finishing four shots behind winner Jhonattan Vegas with a final round of 70, Theegala’s T6 finish highlights his ongoing pursuit of a significant goal: making his first United States team competition appearance at the Presidents Cup.
Reflecting on his journey, Theegala shared, “Last year, I let thoughts about the Ryder Cup get to me. This year, I’ve focused on playing well and learning from every experience. Representing my country means the world to me, and I’m working hard to get my game ready.”
U.S. Team Standings
Currently ranked fifth in the points standings, Theegala is in a strong position to make the team. U.S. players accumulate points based on their FedEx Cup standings from January 1, 2023, through August 24, 2024. The top six players after the BMW Championship will automatically qualify, while Captain Jim Furyk will select the remaining six members.
Here are the current top 25 U.S. players:
| Rank | Name | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scottie Scheffler | 13,184 |
| 2 | Xander Schauffele | 8,717 |
| 3 | Collin Morikawa | 5,893 |
| 4 | Wyndham Clark | 5,219 |
| 5 | Sahith Theegala | 4,522 |
| 6 | Patrick Cantlay | 4,481 |
| 7 | Tony Finau | 3,863 |
| 8 | Russell Henley | 3,835 |
| 9 | Max Homa | 3,808 |
| 10 | Brian Harman | 3,743 |
| 11 | Akshay Bhatia | 3,384 |
| 12 | Chris Kirk | 3,337 |
| 13 | Sam Burns | 3,301 |
| 14 | Justin Thomas | 2,982 |
| 15 | Eric Cole | 2,966 |
| 16 | Tom Hoge | 2,889 |
| 17 | Keegan Bradley | 2,884 |
| 18 | J.T. Poston | 2,882 |
| 19 | Cameron Young | 2,851 |
| 20 | Denny McCarthy | 2,749 |
| 21 | Davis Thompson | 2,674 |
| 22 | Billy Horschel | 2,657 |
| 23 | Taylor Moore | 2,538 |
| 24 | Harris English | 2,438 |
| 25 | Jordan Spieth | 2,421 |
Theegala’s consistent performance, including nine top-12 finishes this year and a climb to No. 11 in the Official World Golf Rankings, positions him well for selection. Captain Furyk faces interesting decisions regarding notable players like Sam Burns, Justin Thomas, and Jordan Spieth, who were part of the previous Ryder Cup team.
International Team Standings
The International team determines its top six based on OWGR points through the BMW Championship, with Captain Mike Weir selecting the remaining six. Here are the current top 25 International players:
| Rank | Name | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hideki Matsuyama | 3.86 |
| 2 | Sungjae Im | 3.37 |
| 3 | Tom Kim | 3.34 |
| 4 | Jason Day | 2.97 |
| 5 | Ben An | 2.84 |
| 6 | Adam Scott | 2.78 |
| 7 | Min Woo Lee | 2.64 |
| 8 | Corey Conners | 2.57 |
| 9 | Cam Davis | 2.44 |
| 10 | Nick Taylor | 2.40 |
| 11 | Adam Hadwin | 2.30 |
| 12 | Christiaan Bezuidenhout | 2.28 |
| 13 | Taylor Pendrith | 2.25 |
| 14 | Si Woo Kim | 2.20 |
| 15 | Mackenzie Hughes | 1.93 |
| 16 | Ryan Fox | 1.90 |
| 17 | Emiliano Grillo | 1.90 |
| 18 | Erik van Rooyen | 1.82 |
| 19 | Thriston Lawrence | 1.66 |
| 20 | Jhonattan Vegas | 1.41 |
| 21 | Keita Nakajima | 1.30 |
| 22 | C.T. Pan | 1.22 |
| 23 | Ryo Hisatsune | 1.21 |
| 24 | Adam Svensson | 1.21 |
| 25 | Rikuya Hoshino | 1.10 |
With several Canadian players in contention and the event being held in Canada, Captain Weir faces intriguing choices for his final selections.
Looking Ahead
The upcoming Presidents Cup promises excitement and high-level competition. Both teams will finalize their rosters in the coming weeks, with captains’ picks adding an element of strategy and potential controversy. As the U.S. aims to maintain its winning streak since 1998, all eyes will be on the players and their performances leading up to the event.
