Veteran Australian golfer Adam Scott enters the upcoming Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club in Illinois with the hopes of finally securing his first victory in the international team competition. At 46, Scott remains a key presence for the International Team, having competed in every Presidents Cup since 2003—a span of 11 tournaments that has yielded one tie and ten losses against the United States.
International Team captain Geoff Ogilvy highlighted Scott’s enduring influence during a recent press conference, noting his unique journey from being the youngest player in the early 2000s alongside stars like Ernie Els, Vijay Singh, and Nick Price, to now serving as a veteran leader for a newer generation of players. Ogilvy remarked that the team is motivated to win “for the old guy,” referring to Scott’s long-standing commitment and leadership in the event, despite the absence of a team victory during his tenure.
Scott’s longevity in the sport is notable. His consistency is reflected in his 101 consecutive major tournament appearances—a streak that ranks as the second longest in golf history. Currently ranked 45th globally, Scott recently tied for ninth place at the British Open Championship and finished tied for second at the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Club last week.
His teammate, South Africa’s Christiaan Bezuidenhout, emphasized Scott’s integral role, describing him as “part of the International furniture” and expressing the hope that a Presidents Cup win would be especially meaningful if achieved with Scott still competing on the team. Hideki Matsuyama, who is making his seventh consecutive Presidents Cup appearance, was also cited alongside Scott for his longevity, though Scott leads by a decade in terms of appearances.
Reflecting on past competitions, Scott recalled a conversation with Matsuyama following the 2024 Presidents Cup at Royal Montreal, where they suffered defeat. He described their bond, comparing Matsuyama to a “little brother,” and said they share a strong mutual desire to capture a Presidents Cup victory together. At that 2024 event, Scott tied for the most points earned on the International Team with two.
Scott’s steady form and experience make him a central figure for the International Team’s campaign this year, as they aim to break a long streak without a win against their American rivals. The tournament, held every two years, represents a critical opportunity for Scott and his teammates to etch their names into Presidents Cup history.