Great Britain & Ireland
Dean Robertson, who has captained the GB&I men’s team since February 2024, is expected to step down following his side’s Walker Cup victory at Lahinch G.C.
The R&A’s Amateur Championship Committee will open an application process for the role shortly with a decision expected to be announced in early 2027.
The new captain’s first match in charge will be the 2027 St. Andrews Trophy match against Continent of Europe which is being played at Rye Golf Club in England on 22nd-23rd July 2027.
United States of America
Having also captained USA in the last two Walker Cup matches Nathan Smith will now step down from the role.
The USGA will therefore also have to announce a new men’s captain in Spring 2027.
The USA Captain’s hold an annual dinner in Florida every year.
The 2025 USA Captain’s Dinner (Photo: Nathan Smith)
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Historically, both the Royal & Ancient (R&A) and the United States Golf Association (U.S.G.A.) have selected their respective captains strictly from the world of amateur golf and almost exclusively from the pool of former Walker Cup players.
Scotland’s Dean Robertson was the first professional to be appointed captain by either side and followed in the footsteps of compatriot Catriona Matthew who took charge of the victorious GB&I Curtis Cup team in 2024 and was retained for the 2026 match.
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