Seamus Power is on a mission, and he’s not afraid to say it: He wants to play in the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.
For the 37-year-old Irishman, making Luke Donald’s European squad is a long shot—but not an impossible one. Injuries robbed him of a chance to compete for a spot in Rome 2023, but this time, Power is determined to leave no doubt.
“If you get multiple wins and get all the way to Atlanta, it’s going to be tough for him [Luke Donald] not to pick you,” Power said, as quoted by Irish Golfer.
The Blueprint for a Ryder Cup Berth
Power knows exactly what he needs to do to earn one of the coveted automatic spots or, at the very least, make himself undeniable as a captain’s pick.
- Win at least once: “I mean, realistically for me, I’ve got to win at least one time,” Power admitted.
- Make a deep FedEx Cup run: “If you get multiple wins and get all the way to Atlanta, it’s going to be tougher for him [Donald] not to pick you.”
- Stay healthy: The hip injury that derailed his 2023 chances must not resurface.
Power understands that nothing short of elite play will get him to Bethpage, and he’s fully embracing the challenge.
Familiar Grounds, Big Expectations
Power skipped the Farmers Insurance Open in three of the last four years, but he’s ready to take on the Genesis Invitational—even though the South Course at Torrey Pines suits him far better than the North.
“I’ve always liked the South course. The North course I’ve struggled more on, and that’s the opposite of guys in the tournament,” he said.
If Power can put together a complete performance in these early-season events, he’ll begin building a case for Ryder Cup contention.
Can He Do It?
Bethpage Black will demand power, precision, and mental toughness—qualities Power has shown in flashes. But to force Luke Donald’s hand, he needs to turn those flashes into consistency and bag at least one win this season.
Is it a long shot? Absolutely.
Is he ready for the fight? No doubt.
Keep an eye on Seamus Power in 2025—he’s playing for something far bigger than just trophies.