2024 Presidents Cup: USA Aims for 10th Straight Win in Montreal

The 2024 Presidents Cup is scheduled to commence on Thursday at the Royal Montreal Golf Club in Canada, marking another chapter in the prestigious team tournament that pits American golfers against an international team. The event has seen the United States dominate historically, with 12 victories out of 14 tournaments, while the International Team has only managed one win in 1998 and a tie in 2003. This year, the International Team, captained by Mike Weir, includes notable players like Hideki Matsuyama, but only four top-25 golfers are on their roster. Scottie Scheffler, the current world No. 1 and Olympic gold medalist, will be under the spotlight as he aims to lead the U.S. team to another victory. Despite a disappointing performance in the last tournament, where he finished without a win, Scheffler is joined by strong teammates like Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay, both of whom have impressive records in previous Presidents Cups. The U.S. team also welcomes new faces, including Wyndham Clark and Brian Harman, who will be making their debuts. The absence of LIV members has raised questions, but the tournament is expected to attract significant interest from golf fans. The lack of prize money emphasizes the players' commitment to representing their countries. Historically, the matches have been closely contested, with four of the last six tournaments decided by four points or fewer, suggesting that the upcoming event could be competitive despite the U.S. team's dominance. The Presidents Cup alternates hosting duties between the U.S. and international locations, with the next event scheduled for 2026 at Medinah Country Club in America. This will be the first time the Chicago-area course hosts the tournament, adding to the anticipation surrounding the event.