He has backed Europe to win the Ryder Cup after news broke that Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan will miss the prestigious tournament for the first time in 26 years. Jordan, who has a long-time friendship with golfer Luke Donald, had some important news to share during an interview with golfer Luke Donald.
According to the Daily Mail, Donald had dinner with Jordan a few weeks ago and when the subject of the Ryder Cup came up, the six-time NBA champion believed Europe had a great chance.
“He (Michael Jordan) predicted Europe would win. He told me that, but maybe don’t tell the Americans. Take whatever you want from there.”
In the same report, Donald also revealed that Jordan will not attend the Marco Simone Championship in Rome, marking the first time he will miss the Ryder Cup since 1997.
Jordan was first introduced to the Cup in 1990 by NBC Sports president of programming Jon Miller. The Cup has been a topic of discussion, with Jordan calling the latter while on vacation in Monte Carlo in 1997 to inquire about playing in the Ryder Cup. Spanish Cup. This was his introduction to major tournaments.
Michael Jordan loved the competitive nature of the game
Given Michael Jordan’s ultra-competitive nature, it’s no surprise that he has a special connection with the Ryder Cup. In a 2021 interview, the Bulls legend revealed why he loves the game.
“That’s the real competitive nature of (the Ryder Cup),” Jordan explained. “It’s not about the money. It’s about pride and representing your country. Hearing the cheers of the fans.
“You rarely see golfers dealing with what we have to deal with, players shouting in the stands and most of the time we can’t hear it, but when the game gets quiet the players can hear it,” but We still responded and it worked really well. To me, it’s interesting and coming from a competitor – I absolutely love it. “
Jordan’s love for golf is well-documented. From taking former President Bill Clinton to the event, to forcing a rematch and beating Chuck Daly, and even gifting his Bulls teammate Scottie Pippen a set of golf clubs, the Bulls legend has made it clear Said he loves the sport.
Surprisingly, Jordan chose baseball over golf midway through his illustrious NBA career.