Captain Mike Weir of Canada made his picks for the International Presidents Cup team, selecting three Canadians: Corey Conners, Pendrith, and Mackenzie Hughes. The team also includes Christiaan Bezuidenhout from South Africa, Si Woo Kim from South Korea, and Min Woo Lee from Australia.
Taylor Pendrith and Nick Taylor were not chosen, despite Taylor’s recent successes in the RBC Canadian Open and WM Phoenix Open. Weir acknowledged the tough decisions involved in selecting the team, with Australian Cam Davis being the highest-ranked player left out.
The Presidents Cup is set to take place at The Royal Montreal Golf Club in September 2024. Let’s take a closer look at the six players chosen by Captain Weir:
– Corey Conners: Conners is a two-time tour winner with a disappointing 0-4 record at the previous Presidents Cup. He finished seventh in the point standings and is known for his ball striking abilities.
– Christiaan Bezuidenhout: The South African is back for his second team appearance, having recorded a career-best runner-up finish at the American Express. He is a steady player and a good fit for the team.
– Mackenzie Hughes: Hughes, a solid player with three top-10 finishes in 2024, narrowly missed the team in 2022. He is known for his putting skills and will thrive in the team environment.
– Si Woo Kim: The South Korean player will make his third appearance at the Presidents Cup, having shown his match play abilities in the past. He had a decent season with two top-10 finishes.
– Min Woo Lee: The Australian golfer, making his debut at the Presidents Cup, is known for his energetic play style. He came close to victory a few times in 2024 and is a crowd favorite.
– Taylor Pendrith: The Canadian has had a breakthrough year on the PGA Tour, winning the CJ Cup and making his first appearance at the Tour Championship. He brings length and newfound skills to the team.
Weir has high hopes for his team and looks forward to the competition in Montreal.
