Webb Simpson 'excited to get to work' after being named US vice-captain for Ryder Cup

The 38-year-old, who won his only major title at the US Open in 2012, has appeared in the biennial contest against Europe three times as a player.

Simpson is a seven-time winner on the PGA Tour, including the US Open and 2018 Players Championship, and has established himself in recent years as a popular mentor for younger pros.

He has competed for the USA team at the 2012, 2014 and 2018 Ryder Cup, compiling a 4-4-1 overall record.

Simpson also a three-time Presidents Cup participant (2011, 2013, 2019), with a 6-6-2 overall record.

He is the first of new captain Keegan Bradley's assistants to be announced for the event at Bethpage Black, New York, in September next year.

Bradley said: "Webb is someone who I have long admired and respected as a competitor and friend. He possesses a wealth of team golf experience and knows what it takes to win."

"I am honored to be chosen by Keegan to serve as a vice captain in 2025," Simpson said in a release. "Competing in three Ryder Cups will forever be among my career highlights.

"I have no doubt that Keegan will be a fantastic captain and a tremendous leader, and could not be more excited to get to work as we seek to reclaim the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black."

Luke Donald will captain the European Team at Bethpage Black, looking to retain the Ryder Cup after last fall's European victory at Marco Simone in Italy.

Donald has named Edoardo Molinari as his first vice captain, marking a return appointment from 2023.

Additional vice captains for both teams will be announced at a later date.