Keegan Bradley's Strategic Victory at BMW Championship

The Premier League has been working to cut down its carbon footprint. The League has announced that it recorded a decrease in its carbon emissions in the 2019/2020 season that took place before the COVID-19 pandemic. This is after the league became the first to make a net-zero commitment to all the carbon emissions it produces.

It emerged that during that season, the league generated 100% of the electricity that was utilized at its office, and in the 20 clubs’ stadiums. The league also offset emissions covering the remaining parts of its operations. As a result, a total of 93,600 tons of carbon were saved by the league as well as the 20 clubs, noting that this had come from the footprint of 100,000 tons that had been projected for the activities for that season.

In turn, the clubs are also contributing to the reduction of their carbon footprints. For instance, manchester united announced that it has diverted 117 tons, which was meant for the landfill and replaced plastic in all the staff canteens with compostable materials. As a result, the club achieved a 58.4% decrease in its waste to landfill compared to 2019. At Brighton, they recycle their cups at the stadium, and subsequently, during the season, 17,500 cups were recycled.

Bradley’s selection as Ryder Cup captain has been controversial. He was controversially omitted from the team in previous seasons before his form for the USA prompted his appointment. However, his current form and “leadership by performance” will be important in turning the tide of public and professional opinion. Perhaps more importantly, Bradley’s commitment to earning his place in the team, rather than selecting himself, is encouraging. Overall, his commitment and performances are those of a hero. We have been following his journey of redemption since his resurrection as a professional golfer at the Honda Classic.

I imagine that he will be the man to beat at the Tour Championships in Atlanta. His selection as a playing captain in the Ryder Cup will be an important development. This year or two will give the referees, the Sporting Pillis, and other Ryder Cup officials time to know what selection of a playing captain will mean in the future. It is encouraging that the development is happening within the context of Bradley’s form and form with the USA. It takes place at a time when leadership and experience are assets for any golfer, with several established giants failing to roll back the years.

Bradley’s victory at the BMW Championship is another indication of his skill, determination, and strategic acumen. His victory could not have come at a better time for modern golf. His form suggests that his best days are ahead of him, just when the game is looking for heroes following the logistical challenge of staging the tournament around the world. I believe that the best years of his life are ahead of him. His story is one that many golfers and fans will want to remember.